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2022 Volvo XC90: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest 2022 Volvo XC90 change is the midyear arrival of Recharge Extended Range plug-in hybrids with 455 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 35 miles of electric range. Otherwise, this is a modest update rather than a redesign.
About the 2022 Volvo XC90
2nd generation, late-cycle model year following the 2020 exterior update; Extended Range Recharge added midyear
Volvo positions the XC90 as a safety-focused three-row luxury SUV for family travel. Its identity centers on clean Scandinavian design, a calm and practical cabin, flexible six- or seven-seat layouts, and extensive driver assistance. The range spans efficient turbocharged gas models, stronger supercharged-and-turbocharged AWD models, and plug-in hybrids that cover shorter trips on electricity while retaining gasoline range for longer journeys.
The 2022 XC90 lineup spans the straightforward, family-focused T5 Momentum, stronger AWD T6 models, and Recharge plug-in hybrids. Inscription trims emphasize comfort with upgraded front seats, Harman Kardon audio, wood trim, and a crystal gear selector, while the Recharge R-Design has sport-shaped seats and sportier exterior details. Every version featured a 9-inch touchscreen, a panoramic moonroof, and lane-centering support with adaptive cruise control.
What changed, by category
Powertrain and lineup
Recharge Extended Range versions of the Inscription Expression, Inscription, and R-Design join partway through the model year. Their 18.8-kWh battery, 143-hp rear motor, and 455-hp combined output provide an EPA-estimated 35 miles of electric range, compared with 18 miles for the earlier 400-hp Recharge versions. The gas-powered T5 R-Design and T6 R-Design trims are dropped.
Styling
A revised rear bumper hides the exhaust outlets across the XC90 range.
Tech
Built-in navigation becomes standard on the T5 Momentum.
2022 Volvo XC90 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Drive-E, Hybrid, 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 | 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 | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | ||||||
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | ||||||
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 316 hp | 316 hp | 455 hp | 455 hp | 455 hp | |||
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft | 65.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in | 31.9 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | |||
| MPGe Combined | 55 | 55 | 55 | 66 | 66 | 66 | |||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||||
| Park Assist | |||||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||||
| 360 Camera | |||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||||
| Roof Rails | |||||||||
| Head-Up Display | |||||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||||
| Subwoofer | |||||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Volvo XC90?
The biggest change is the midyear introduction of Recharge Extended Range plug-in-hybrid models. They have 455 horsepower, an 18.8-kWh battery, and an EPA-estimated 35 miles of electric range.
Is every 2022 Volvo XC90 Recharge an Extended Range model?
No. Early 2022 Recharge models have 400 horsepower, an 11.6-kWh battery, and an EPA-estimated 18 miles of electric range, while the later Extended Range versions have 455 horsepower, an 18.8-kWh battery, and a 35-mile rating.
How is the 2022 Volvo XC90 different from the 2021 model?
The 2022 XC90 adds longer-range Recharge plug-in-hybrid versions, adopts a rear bumper that hides the exhaust outlets, and makes built-in navigation standard on T5 Momentum. Volvo also drops the gas-powered T5 R-Design and T6 R-Design trims.
Was the 2022 Volvo XC90 redesigned?
No. The 2022 XC90 remains part of the second generation and receives modest powertrain, styling, technology, and trim-lineup updates rather than a full redesign.
Which 2022 Volvo XC90 has the longest electric range?
The Recharge Extended Range models have the longest electric range, with an EPA-estimated 35 miles. This powertrain appears in Extended Range versions of the Inscription Expression, Inscription, and R-Design.
2022 Volvo XC90 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Volvo XC90.
4.3
2022 Volvo XC90
(1,029 reviews)
“Great reliable car. Plenty of room for 6 passengers and a few more things. Varies from pretty technically advanced to extremely technically advanced depending on options. Base model is still pretty nice.”
“This is an excellent vehicle. Very comfortable and quiet, smooth ride. Lack of interior storage is my only critique but overall delightful vehicle to drive”