Volvo · model year 2023
2023 Volvo XC90
Specifications and certified data for the 2023 model year. All Volvo XC90 model years →
2023 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 AWD Core | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 449 | 28 | 235.1 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 AWD Plus | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 449 | 30 | 217.0 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 AWD Ultimate - Bright Theme | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 449 | 31 | 201.5 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 AWD Ultimate - Dark Theme | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 449 | 31 | 201.5 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 Core | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 449 | 29 | 188.1 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 Plus | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 449 | 29 | 188.1 | Dossier |
| Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T8 Ultimate | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 449 | 29 | 188.1 | Dossier |
| B6 Ultimate | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 296 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 Core | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 247 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 Core AWD | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 247 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 P Plus | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 247 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 Plus AWD | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 247 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 Ultimate AWD | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 247 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 D Plus | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 232 | — | — | Dossier |
| B5 Plus AWD | 1,969 cc | Hybrid | Other | 232 | — | — | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2023 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 358 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2023 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 401 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2023 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium and Electricity | 27 | 137 | 33 | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Volvo XC90 B5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2023 Volvo XC90 B6 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV SUV AWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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25V908000 2025-12-23 · model years 2023, 2024, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at…
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25V282000 2025-05-08 · model years 2023, 2024, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.…
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23V827000 2023-12-07 · model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at…
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23V188000 2023-03-22 · model years 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).
Remedy: Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service…
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23V012000 2023-01-19 · model years 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.
Remedy: Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo…
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22V793000 2022-10-20 · model years 2022, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2023
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.