“The 2021 Volvo V90 wagon is a sleek, beautiful, stylish vehicle with all current technology. The leather seats, and wood and leather dashboard, make this a luxury vehicle that surpasses other luxury cars and SUVs. The ride is smooth and the sound system is amazing. The Volvo V90 wagon is perfect for loading surf and SUP boards with lots of room in the back to load other beach essentials.”
2021 Volvo V90: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2021 Volvo V90 is a subtle exterior refresh, including revised front and rear details and updated rear lighting. This is otherwise a light update, with modest equipment changes and no major powertrain overhaul.
About the 2021 Volvo V90
Second-generation V90/V90 Cross Country on Volvo’s SPA platform; 2021 is the facelift year and the final US model year for the regular V90 wagon.
The 2021 V90 range is Volvo’s large luxury wagon alternative to an SUV. The regular V90 focuses on sleek long-roof styling, a roomy cargo area, and a lower, more car-like feel than most luxury crossovers, while still leaning hard on Volvo’s safety reputation. The Cross Country version adds extra ground clearance and a tougher all-weather personality without losing the same Scandinavian interior design and everyday wagon usefulness.
The regular V90 spans comfort-focused Inscription and sport-themed R-Design versions, with a 250-hp front-wheel-drive T5 or a stronger 316-hp all-wheel-drive T6. The raised V90 Cross Country pairs the 316-hp T6 with all-wheel drive and 8.3 inches of ground clearance, while signature cabin features include a panoramic moonroof, a 9-inch touchscreen with navigation and smartphone integration, and driver-assistance features such as adaptive cruise control.
What changed, by category
Styling
Volvo revised the V90 family’s front and rear styling details, including the wagons’ rear-light design.
Tech
The V90 Cross Country gained a standard wireless charging pad and rear USB-C charging ports. Heated front seats also became standard on the T5 R-Design instead of optional.
2021 Volvo V90 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic w/Adaptive Shift | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic w/Adaptive Shift | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic w/Adaptive Shift | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic w/Adaptive Shift | Automatic, 8-Spd Geartronic w/Adaptive Shift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 32 mpg | 33 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 316 hp | 250 hp | 316 hp | 316 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 3500 lb | 2000 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 53.9 cu-ft | 53.9 cu-ft | 53.9 cu-ft | 53.9 cu-ft | 53.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 35.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
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| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||||
| Head-Up Display | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2021 Volvo V90 compared with the 2020 model?
The 2021 Volvo V90 received revised front and rear styling, including updated rear lighting. It also brought modest equipment changes, including standard heated front seats on the T5 R-Design and standard wireless charging plus rear USB-C ports on the Cross Country.
Did the 2021 Volvo V90 get a new engine?
No, the 2021 Volvo V90 kept its existing engine lineup. Regular V90 models used either a 250-hp T5 with front-wheel drive or a 316-hp T6 with all-wheel drive, while the Cross Country retained the 316-hp T6 and all-wheel drive.
Is the 2021 Volvo V90 a full redesign?
No, the 2021 Volvo V90 is a mid-cycle update rather than a full redesign. Its main change is refreshed exterior detailing, while the underlying second-generation design and basic mechanical formula continue.
What equipment became standard on the 2021 V90 Cross Country?
The 2021 Volvo V90 Cross Country gained a standard wireless charging pad and rear USB-C charging ports. It also retained its raised suspension, all-wheel drive, heated front seats and heated steering wheel.
Was 2021 the final year for the regular Volvo V90 wagon in the US?
Yes, 2021 was the final US model year for the regular Volvo V90 wagon. The raised V90 Cross Country was the more rugged member of the same family, with extra ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive.
2021 Volvo V90 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Volvo V90.
4.1
2021 Volvo V90
(19 reviews)
“The electronics system takes some getting used to, but the car will make you extremely happy.”