Volvo's new XC90 to make its Indian debut tomorrow

Volvo India will unveil the new XC90 for the Indian market tomorrow at an event in Mumbai. The SUV will face competition from the Audi Q7, Mercedes GL, BMW X5 and Land Rover Discovery when launched in our country.

The new XC90 is the first car to be based on the Volvo SPA platform and is the second-generation of the SUV that was unveiled globally last year. It measures 4,950mm in length, 1,923mm in width and 1,776mm in height. The huge SUV apart from its presence has been applauded for its style, technological features and engine line-up. We can expect the car to be launched in two variants - Momentum and Inscription.

The XC90’s cabin features a head-up display, heated and ventilated front seats and Nappa leather interior with wooden trim. High-end Bowers & Wilkins 19-speaker system and air-suspension will be seen in the top-of-the-line trim. The features and equipment in the cabin include a panoramic sunroof, electrically adjustable driver seat with memory function, powered foldable third-row backrests, electrically operated tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, LED headlamps, Park Assist and Hill Descent Control. The latest addition is the 12.3-inch screen that replaces the instrument cluster.

The Volvo XC90 will be powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that churns out 228bhp of power and 470Nm of torque. This mill comes mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Volvo India might introduce the T8 plug-in hybrid as a petrol variant at a later stage.

Volvo India has high hopes from the XC90 as it has created a huge excitement in international markets since its launch in August 2014. The company has received in excess of 24,000 pre-orders for the vehicle globally. Stay tuned to CarWale as we will get you all the information from the launch event tomorrow.