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Eternally young, forever ... Safe! In addition to the unstasive appearance, this crossover, as befits any Volvo, is distinguished by outstanding safety. And these are not empty words. It's no secret that almost any modern car successfully passes eURO NCAP Crash tests. But when in 2012, the American Insurance Institute of Road Safety (IIhS) established new, more stringent tests of tests, it did not joke the entire world car industry: new models of eminent brands one after another failed with a frontal blow with a 25 percent overlap. A pleasant surprise was the result of XC90: a crossover with a decade "experience" was successful testing, earning the maximum assessment of Top Safety Pick +. But not the security of the Unified Slanged XC90. To many, he fell to taste due to his comfort: powerful motors, a spacious salon with the optional third nearby seats, high-quality finish and very rich equipment. Thanks to allthese qualities of the XC90 became hardly the most popular Volvo car not only in Russia, but also in the United States to which the model was first oriented. Truth,the models intended for the American market, in terms of the equipment were an order of magnitude poorer, the most accessible versions were equipped with a drive only on the front axle (when buying it would be nice to check for the bottom of the cardan shaft). With overseas cars, which in our market is a great set, it is worth being careful and for a number of other reasons: as a rule, engines and gearboxes in such instances in the worst state. But this concerns, perhaps, all cars brought from behind the ocean. What about the eternal myth about the troublesome and expensive maintenance of the Swedish brand car?

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Suspension and chassis

XC90 is built on a common Volvo platform T2, on which the S60, S80 and V70 models were created before that. Consequently, any serious off-road abilities do not have to wait - it is a classic "PARTNER" with a bearing body, independent suspension of all wheels and a complete drive without hard locks. But as for the comfort, here the Volvo is a real cruise liner - the suspension perfectly isolates the passengers from the entire imperfection of Russian roads. Fortunately, it does not have to pay frequent and expensive repair: that the front is that the rear suspension is completely hardy and not so roads in service. So, the front silent blocks and ball supports that change separately from the lever are usually wearing no earlier than 100 thousand km. Steering tips and stabilizer racks go a little less (60-70 thousand km), but the shock absorbers will hold much longer (130-150 thousand km). The rear suspension is almost twice the front of the front, with the exception of the bearings of the rear hubs - they can come up for 40-50 thousand.

The XC90 chassis is based on the S80 platform:the suspension is extremely comfortable and reliable.

Engines

More than half of the automobiles offered in the secondary market are equipped with 5-cylinder gasoline turbomobiles B5254T2 (210 liters p.). The engine is quite powerful for a heavy crossover and with proper care quite reliable. But it is impossible to exclude problems: in winter, due to the dried oil separator, the crankcase ventilation system sometimes squeezes the seals, and in the summer there may be a thermostat, which will lead to overheating of the motor. Very similar to the reliability of the turbocharged row "six" B6294t (272 liters p.). But in 2007, these engines changed other 6-cylinder, but already atmospheric units B6324S (238 l. P.), Which have become noticeably more economical. In the first year, the flawed oil separator led to an increased oil consumption, but the problem with an upgraded valve lid disappeared. There are in the model range and a good diesel unit D5244T (163-185 l. P.). The motor is completely unpretentious and reliable and uses well-deserved demand. The main thing is not to forget it to serve it in a timely manner and periodically clean the ventilation system of the crankcase and the recycling recycling gas (EGR) times in 60-90 thousand. The most powerful V8 (B8444S, 315 l.) Of particular distribution in Russia did not receive due to the high transport tax.

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TRANSMISSION

Depending on the engine installed, the XC90 was equipped with three different machines that are not the strong side of this Volvo. The most problematic, but relatively cheap repair - 4-range GM 4T65E, which does not always cope with a powerful 6-cylinder turbo engine. A little more than 5-speed AW55, installed on diesel and gasoline row "fives", but more expensive in repairs: with careful operation and regular oil replacement, this ACP should serve more than 200 thousand km. But it is better to choose a car with relatively fresh TF80SC, which was equipped with V8 engines, row "Atmospheric" 3.2 and postureliyling turbo diesel engines. It is found on sale XC90 and with a rapid 6-speed "mechanical" M-66, but minority such cars.

Care often comes out oil Pump Hal Dex Couplingsand Dem control unit

Not superfluous when buying will be the performance of the performance of the full drive: it is enough to raise a car with a motor-headed engine on the lift and turn on the transmission. If the drive shaft does not spin - the case in the worn sleeve of the angular gearbox. If the Cardan rotates, and the rear axle is still - the case in the rear differential control module (DEM), which, by the way, can not be on the spot at all (expensive block often steal straight out of the machine).

Body, Electrician and Salon

There are no complaints to the gland - completely galvanized body panels are not subject to corrosion, and the paintwork is high-quality and durable. Spoil the appearance after a few years of operation can except that sewn chrome and clownplastic headlights. In the latter, by the way, sometimes ledctrocorrectors break, which can be replaced separately. The troubles may occur with the salon electrician, especially the earliest copies of which were often "buggy" onboard displayscomputer and radio tape recorder. Because of the big humidity, the Longitudinal and Transverse Acceleration Sensor (BCS), located under the front passenger seat, can fail. Also because of the water, which accumulated in the niche of the engine compartment, "dies" the electronic control unit (CEM), which after 2005 has become moresealed.

XC90 was often equipped with a 7-seater salon,which easily allows you to transportlongs

Color and materials finishing strongly fromreferring depending on the configuration.Equipment for cars brought from the USAusually poor European analogues

pros

Comfortable reliable suspension, powerful engines, 7-seater salon, rich equipment, low for its class price, good maintainability

Minuses

Not the most reliable ABP and gasoline turbo engines, problems with electrician on early copies, mediocre passability

Review of the secondary market and new analogues

Exemplary cost of maintenance, p.

VERDICT

Volvo hs90 has established itself as a comfortable family crossover without any serious flaws. This mid-sized SUV is an order of magnitude cheaper of the main competitors (Land Rover Discovery, Volkswagen Touareg and BMW X5) is not more expensive to maintain them, and in terms of maintainability and reliability I am inferior toyota Land Cruiser SUVs. Choosing a used crossover, it is better to give VOLVO preference to a turbodiesel or an atmospheric 3.2-liter engine, refuse to purchase the XX90 of the first years of release and cars from the American market.

Europe has been content with large SUVs from the United States for a long time. But when Europeans presented similar products, the Americans were forced to humbly squeeze their tail. To this confrontation in the midst of the "Racing of SUVs" suddenly joined Volvo. Swedes took all the best from their legendary universal and presented a higher level model. They offered a real alternative to the passenger cars of the premium class. The result exceeded all expectations.

Volvo XS90 debuted in 2002 at Detroit Motor Show. This is not surprising, especially since it is outside the ocean that the largest market for the sale of such cars is located. HS90 very quickly became the most popular Volvo model and enjoyed in great demand during the entire production period. Volvo XC90 is often subjected to small cosmetic and technical changes. More significant occurred only twice - in 2006 and 2012. The production of the first generation model was completed in 2014, after entering the market almost 640,000 copies. What is interesting, the model continued to collect in China.

Exterior and interior

Volvo XC90 design typical for a large SUV and is not particularly delicious, but has characteristic easily recognizable features. This car does not cause such bright emotions, such as BMW X5, but at the same time has a certain proportion of prestige. On respect among other drivers and non-historical pedestrians, massive body care and quite a big road clearance.

The aforementioned prestige is best expressed in minimalism in the interior. Inside comfortable and aesthetic. The salon is decorated with high-quality materials. In addition, it is distinguished by a scope and phenomenal practicality. Volvo XC90 can even carry 7 people. Of course, at the expense of two additional seats in the trunk. In this configuration, the trunk has a volume of 249 liters.

If we confine ourselves to five places, our disposal will be 483-530 liters of free space, depending on the position of the slide chairs of the rear row. Further transformations of the rear sofa allow you to reach 1837 liters. Just for large purchases in the hypermarket! Another advantage is a rich equipment with equipment, whose task to increase the level of comfort and safety.

Safety

Within decades, special attention paid special attention. Back in the 1980s, Swedish cars responded to more stringent security criteria than the standards required.

In HC90, it went even further, adding previously unknown security features. Whips - hidden complex protection of the crew from the effects of the blow of another vehicle from behind. Part of the system is the special design of the head restraints, which, unlike many other cars, really do their job. What they do not have enough, so it is adjusting the height that in practice it usually does not bother.

This looks like a leather seat upholstery through 180,000 km.

To reduce the consequences of the side impact in the XX90, the SIPS side impact protection system was used, known even on earlier models. Complex strengthening in the floor and doors help to remove the energy of the passengers.

In the Euroncap tests, Swedish SUV expectedly earned 5 stars. XC90 scored for front and side shocks unprecedented 34 points, and for protection of pedestrians - 10 points.

Scandinavians worked out about other road users. A part of the front subframe is a deformation design, which is used to reduce the consequences of the collision for lower vehicles. Something similar for many years use trucks.

Engine

Interested in buying Volvo XC90 can choose between four gasoline engines and one diesel.

Mass became the turbocharged motor with a working volume of 2.5 liters and with a capacity of 210 hp. This five-cylinder T5 engine copes with a weight of more than 2 tons, but it is not worth measuring on impressive dynamic characteristics and fuel efficiency. The consumption in the mixed cycle lies within 11-12 l / 100 km.

An even larger six-cylinder T6 volume of 2.9 liters was obtained from T5. The diameter of the cylinders remained the same - 83 mm, and the stroke of the piston decreased from 93.2 to 90 mm. Achieve power 272 hp Two turbocharger helped with two compressed air coolers.

Both engines used the timing belt drive.

The five-cylinder T5 has lived until 2006, and T6 surrendered a year earlier. The reason was the emergence of the EURO-4 standard. Atmospheric 3.2 liters (243 hp) came to change T5 (243 hp), and T6 - atmospheric V8 with a capacity of 4.4 liters (315 hp) with an unusual corner of collapse of 60 degrees.

In atmospheric 3.2 chain is located on the side of the gearbox. In addition, not only the system of changing the phases of gas distribution valves, but also a two-stage lifting of CPS intake valves. Her task is fuel efficiency.

The eight-cylinder engine was developed by Volvo together with Yamaha. In practice, the fuel consumption of V8 is modest than that of T6. But less than 12-13 liters it is better not to count on. The engine works softly even on high speed due to the additional balancing shaft.

Gasoline engines, if regularly served, do not deliver problems. In Motors 3.2 V6 and 4.4 V8, it may be necessary to replace the timing chain, so it is necessary to carefully check its condition.

The only diesel engine has five cylinders, a working volume of 2.4 liters and various modifications with a capacity of 163 hp. (2002-2006), 185 hp (2002-2010) and 200 hp (from 2010). It is quite obvious that this is the most economical unit in the ruler (average consumption of 8-9 liters), and it was very popular in the European market.

Diesel is considered quite reliable, but at high runs there are problems with nozzles, a tensioner of the timing belt and the DPF sump filter.

D5 return 185 hp Sometimes suffers due to faulty vortex dampers. The mechanism of the damper drive (servomotor) is wearing, and the turbodiesel passes into the emergency mode. Fortunately, the dampers never fall into the engine.

Almost all Volvo XC90 are still exploited with the first silencer. New costs 585 euros.

Transmission

The SUV is equipped with a drive for all four wheels. Despite the promising look and high clearance should not be left too far from the asphalt. Off-road capabilities - were not a priority for designers.

The distribution of traction in the axes is carried out using the Haldex II clutch, which, if necessary, transmits a portion of the power to the rear axle. Since 2009, they began to install the fourth-generation coupling. It is characterized by a control unit and an electro-hydraulic pump.

For Haldex's coupling, a regular oil change is important - every 40-60 thousand km. It is surprising that Volvo does not give such recommendations. The system fails can be caused by a faulty control unit (moisture penetration) or an electric pump (hydraulic fluid falls into its housing). Pressure sensor can and may occur less frequently.

Unfortunately, the remaining elements of the transmission, not eternal. Corner can cause an angular transmission (serves to transfer torque to the rear axle) and the bearing of the rear axle differential.

Among the boxes worse than all, the 4-speed automatic GM showed, which with difficulty coofers with the weight of the car. She was paired with powerful T6 and usually surrendered after 150-200 thousand km. Fortunately, the box can be repaired, with which specialized workshops are coping with. However, prices for such services are not small. In any case, it is better than buying a used box of unknown origin.

T5 was combined with a more reliable 5-speed AISIN machine. Atmospheric motors 3.2 and 4.4 combined with an upgraded 6-speed automatic AISIN box.

If you are planning to use a car to tow the trailer, it is better to purchase a model, with a special module that switches the box to the "trailer" mode, which extends the life of the machine.

Despite the fact that the transmission liquid of the automatic transmission is designed for the entire service life of the box, change the oil every 60,000 km.

Lovers "work by the lever" can find an option with a 6-speed manual transmission M66 of its own Volvo design. The presence of MCPP implies the use of a two-mask flywheel. Its replacement, along with the clutch and frosting bearing, will be covered only by a little less than the cost of repairing the machine.

Chassis

Chassis Volvo Hs90 is very comfortable, which is doubly pleasant during long trips. Car behavior Safe and predictable. A significant mass makes itself felt only with sharp maneuvers at high speeds. Fortunately, in the event of a driver error, security systems intervene.

In the chassis, the steering traction is pretty quickly. The cost of the original about 320 euros, analogs - about 100 euros.

It is also worth checking the status of the silent blocks of the front suspension levers. One of the common problems is the low resource of the hub bearings.

Some cars use rear shock absorbers that support the constant height of the back regardless of the load. This is a passive nibl. Such shock absorbers compared with ordinary, much thicker. During movement, they should not create any extraneous noise similar to potatoes. There should be no omites. Original nivomates expensive, more accessible analogue from SACHS.

For its own security, it is necessary to regularly check the status of the braking system. Because of the large mass of the crossover, its components occurs very quickly.

Wheel bolts on early models rust after a couple of years. It looks ugly, however, the lack of only cosmetic.

Typical malfunctions

Deciding for the purchase of Volvo XC90, it should be understood that the prices for some spare parts and service will be expensive. In general, XS90 does not apply to particularly unreliable cars, but has its weaknesses.

Excess sensors and complex electronics sometimes throw out tricks. The elimination of such faults is a rather difficult task due to the complexity of diagnosing causes and difficult repair. This is especially true for cars restored after an accident.

You should pay attention to the operation of the display, where radio stations and other data are displayed. The display should not flicker. Otherwise, its end is close. After a while he goes out and nothing shows anything else. Repair of relatively roads.

Another source of possible problems is the intellectual distribution device. It is a central node of the multiplex network and data bus. The unit is placed under a plastic lining at the bottom of the windshield, which is exposed to water and moisture. Characteristic for machines 2003-2004 release. Later versions of this are better protected from water.

Over time, under the influence of sandblasts, the headlights are muttered. If the polishing does not help anymore, you will have to install new for 970 euros.

In some copies there are problems with the air conditioning system.

In old copies, plastic side linings of the front seats breaks. Cover for seats with ventilation is more expensive than usual almost 3 times.

Conclusion

Swedish version SUV was successful. This is evidenced by not only sales statistics, but also a great interest in the successor. Used Volvo HS90, despite the high costs of operation, perfectly copes with the role of a universal family car, providing the necessary level of prestige. When choosing a crossover, beware of copies from the USA - many of them visited serious accidents. Copies collected after 2005 are considered better and reliable.

"Volvo-XC90"

General advantages

Southwerry XC90 is baptized by the price that, despite its respectable age (as-in no way for eight years already), he is not even going to resign. New, it still uses good demand, and we, in Russia, sold more successfully for any of his relatives. Note, the modification of 2006 almost did not touch the appearance of the car. Is this not a sign of the fact that Gothengian stylists got to the point from the very beginning? At the same time, the appearance did not lose the relevance - not the only trump card of "Swedes".

At one time, it was he who was the first of the sazvodnikov received five stars in EURONCAP crash tests. It is still in its assets a spacious and comfortable salon with the corresponding prestigious auto-car with a noble finish and equipping. There is no frankly weak among the engines, but the ruler allows you to choose an economical diesel, and a very violent V8. It pleases that even at the maximum speeds Volvo confidently holds for asphalt.

All-wheel drive transmission is needed XC90 primarily for safe driving on slippery roads, and not for jeep, but it is not very helpless outside the asphalt it is impossible. Thanks to the stabilization system, imitating the work of interstole differentials, the machine can get out of the diagonal trap.

As you can see, a good XC90 has a lot, it remains to find out the main thing - as far as it is reliable.

Body and its electrical equipment

Rushing body is not about XC90. Thanks to the galvanized and high-quality painting, the Swedish crossover and after 4-5 Moscow winters looks fresh and neat. Is that over the years in his eyes, gloss can be dipped due to the cloud of headlights. Such a misfortune happens on copies of five years and older, besides those who arrived from the United States, more often from California with its wet, saturated with salts of the climate.

By the way about California: no longer one decade is the most populated American staff presents special requirements for vehicles sold on its territory. They are constructively different from the rest and even have their markings. For example, on the Volvo identification plate in the upper field of the right column, where the region code is specified, the number 31 is knocked down, while all other "Americans" - 30. Machines designed for Eastern European countries, including including Russia, marked with a number 23.

Returning to the above-mentioned Farm, it is worth mentioning that not always at the official service stations are taken to eliminate this shortage. But you can pass the plastic of the diffusers on the side. Depending on the degree of turbidity, repair in specialized workshops is from one and a half to six thousand rubles for two headlights.

Pretty rarely, but problems and "xenon" occur. Because of the breakdown, the reflector position sensor in an emergency safe mode bends down, and the lamp begins to shine "under the legs" machine. The problem is solved only by buying a new headlight.

Some shoals and in the electrical equipment of the cabin. Customers mostly complained about the jumping hours of the clock and the disappearing lines on the dashboard information display. Someone on the radio tape recorder hussing the board, some keys blind or disappeared. But all this is characteristic of cars released until 2005 with another priority (not upgraded) electrical equipment. In addition, the "tidy" and an infotainment module (ICM) in most cases can be repaired, thereby saving to half the value of the new part. Finally, the reason for the tanned fault indicator of the DSTC dynamic stabilization system lies, most likely, in the failure of the longitudinal and transverse acceleration sensor (BCS). It is located under the front passenger seat, in the space between the trim and the floor, and from the falling moisture and salt over time it can be contrary to the time.

Transmission

Depending on the engine and year of production, XC90 are equipped with three different "automata" and one manual box. With a 6-speed MCP M-66, which works in a pair with 5-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, no problems. It is quite reliable and relatively fresh ACP TF80SC, assisting V8, in line 3,2-liter "six" and post-postal D5. However, the remaining two automatic boxes - the 4T65 jeemic "Jeemsky" 4T65 and its brother from AISIN-WarNer AW55, serving diesel and gasoline row "fives" - were not so rarely faced with the warranty period.

The main symptoms of their diseases - jerks while driving, failures to switch transmissions in manual mode, strong blows when translating the selector of the box from "Parking" in Drive or Reverse. As mechanics say, in terms of the number of possible failures 4T65 and AW55 each other are standing.

However, in terms of repair plan, a 4-speed box is preferable. Depending on the depth of the problems, this unit can be restored for a sum of 50 to 100 thousand rubles, which even at the most expensive version 2.5 times cheaper than a new box. But the AW55 is almost never treated. Yes, the car after repair will go, but the shocks and jerks when changing the gear will remain. Therefore, it is wiser to find a good box with a bat machine or contract, say, from Europe.

As for the replacement of transmission fluid, in Volvo, this operation is not regulated and is recommended only if necessary, for example, due to severe aging of oil associated with rigid operating conditions.

There are in the xs90 transmission and other dangerous places.

Not at all unnecessary, especially on the elderly machines, there will be a check of the state of lubrication of the screw shaft in the place of compounding it with an angular gearbox. Because of the proximity to the hot catalytic neutralizer, the oil in the hinge simply flashes. Let not immobilize, but to turn the car from full - in front-wheel drive can and the worn sleeve of the angular gearbox. The slice of its slots is most characteristic of copies, many travelers. The trouble is to diagnose simply: if the cardan remains fixed with the motor and the transmission enabled, it became possible to flew the bushing. If the shaft rotates, and the rear wheels are still no, the electronic rear differential control module (DEM) or the Haldex coupling oil pump died.

Note: The Dem module is often steal. The decent road clearance of the machine allows attackers to climb under the bottom and twist the dear block.

Engines

The youngest in the XC90 Engine Family - a 3.2-liter-liter, 6-cylinder B6324S - did not bypassed childhood diseases. For example, the undermined oil separator of the crankcase gas recirculation system caused an increased oily consumption and its leaks through seals. This constructive disadvantage of the Swedes immediately eliminated soon, and on all the "affected" engines of warranty mechanics installed a new valve cover with a modified oil separator.

The second, also, by the way, the eliminated jamb was even not connected with the motor itself, but with the flowing across the gas-conductive tube of the cooling system.

In general, the syllable aggregates of the crossover are reliable and when runs up to 200 thousand require perhaps prophylactic measures to maintain their health.

For turbines it is useful to make a motor without load a couple of minutes before stopping. On gasoline engines, regardless of the regulations, the spark plugs are better changed every 30 thousand km. Washing nozzles and throttle assembly on the same time contributes to sustainable work at idle.

The timing belt is desirable to change not after 120 thousand km, and once in 90, as indicated in the manual item "Heavy operating conditions". Every three years it is useful to rinse the cells of the radiator from the nanile dirt and fluff. The operation is quite expensive: remove a block of three heat exchangers, disassemble, rinse costs about 16,500 rubles, but for highly thermal engines is an urgent need.

All the engines are picky the quality of the fuel, so it is better to stick to the checked gas stations.

On machines with large runs, in case of leaks of the crankshaft, most likely have to change the oil collector of the crankcase gas recycling system and the foaming faucet checked couplings. Consider: Motors with a thoroughly ridden oil system on American Volvo are much more common than "European" and even on Russian.

Another moment: due to the high temperature in the subcontrol space (mainly it concerns the engine T6) cracks the plastic tubes of the air supply system. To the V8 it is worth listening to carefully, highlighting noises from the drive of the auxiliary units. Chest rollers can jam.

The advantages of Volvo XC90, even used, undoubtedly. It remains to weigh everything.

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Volvo XC90 | BODY

XC90, like the number itself in the title implies that it is a car of a large "caliber". It can be seen with the unarmed eye, standing next to the car. In the figures, this is expressed as follows: Length is 4.80 m, width 1.90 m, and the wheelbase - 2.86 m. Access to the salon is very good, it is not necessary to complain about the absence of space - five or even can fit in the car with ease seven people. In some versions, the additional chairs of the third row hidden under the trunk floor. In the five-seater version, the trunk places 613 liters, that is, a lot, and with a folded back chairs - 1837 l, plus you get a flat floor. The back review is quite limited, so it's very good to have a reversing sensors on board or camera.

As in the case of all products leaving the Swedish factories, and this car is produced in Torsland, the quality of the assembly at a very good level. And it is felt even after years of use. Also, protection against corrosion is excellent. This means that if the car was not in an accident, then you do not have to worry about the body of the body, even when buying a used Volvo XC90 with mileage.

Volvo XC90 | Engines

The initial version provided for three power units to choose from. The main engine was the gasoline engine R5 2.5 T with a turbocharged power of which numbered 210 hp. It was established in a couple with a five-speed automatic machine of AISIN, which ensured quite good indicators (0-100 km / h in 9.9 seconds) and contributed to moderate, for such large cars, consumption 12-15 l / 100 km. More powerful engines were installed in version T6. These are R6 2.9 also with a turbocharged power of 272 hp. Unfortunately, performance improvement was small (0-100 km / h: 9.3 s) due to a fairly thoughtful four-speed automatic transmission of GM production.

The most desirable is the diesel engine R5 2.4, which offered initially 163 hp or 185 hp, and from 2010 also 200 hp Power. The choice was a box mechanical six-speed, or geartronic - first five, then a six-speed AISIN automatic machine. Fuel consumption can be freely held within 10 l / 100 km.

In 2005, Volvo introduced the engine V8 4.4 of the design of Yamaha. By prompting the power of 315 hp which was installed with a six-speed AISIN automat. This duet provided better performance, although it also has its own minuses. The sound V8 is more likely disappointing, and fuel consumption can easily exceed 20 l / 100 km, although, as a rule, hesitates within 16 liters.

In 2006, the R5 2.5 T unit was replaced by an engine 3.2 with a capacity of 243 hp.

Volvo XC90 | Driving Transmission

All used Volvo XC90, which are sold in Europe were equipped with a drive of both axes having a Haldex type clutch. The rear axle was connected in the case of the loss of the adhesion of the front wheels, but this happens quite late. In winter, on a slippery road, the drive on both axes improves safety, but you can forget about driving on off-road.

XC90 is equipped with the stabilization systems of the trajectory, you do not need to be afraid of a high body. Despite the fairly comfortable and soft suspension, the car behaves confidently and is not amenable to side swings.

Volvo XC90 | Breakdowns and technical faults

B \\ Volvo XC90 is not budget in service. Already replacing the elements of the suspension or brake system pulls out of the wallet, quite a lot of money, and if it comes to failure, it can be even more expensive.

Most problems are delivered diesel engines, to which their influence can have a big mileage. Cracks of the head of the cylinder block, nozzles malfunction, problems in the intake system or exhaust exhaust gas (EGR) occur. Of course, when buying, you need to pay attention to the state of the turbocharger, especially in T6, where there are two turbines.

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Malfunctions happen automatic boxes, no less problemful is a four-stage GM mechanical box, modified by Volvo, but never becoming good. In addition, it was used only in the T6 version.

Problems can create Haldex drive coupling. If it comes to fault, the most frequent culprit is the Dem control unit. Versions manufactured since 2008 are less vulnerable to this type of breakdowns. Wheel bearings have rather small durability.

Electrical / electronics faults are also there. This concerns mostly the most first instances. Before buying, it is necessary to check the performance of all the on-board systems.

As follows from the DEKRY report in Volvo XC90 during periodic technical inspections, the brake system creates the most problems. The heavy body creates a permanent load when braking, and the owner is waiting for a frequent replacement of brake pads and brake discs. The tips of the steering are also "dying" relatively quickly. The third problem is allocated lighting malfunctions - as a rule, however, this concerns only burned lamps that fail quite often.

For people who are looking for a convenient and fleeting car - recommend version V8. Although fuel consumption on this version and high, but the resource supply and the reliability of the main nodes and the units above. For those who drive a lot - you need to look for well-preserved versions with a diesel engine with a capacity of 185 hp. or 200 hp (version 163 hp This is too little for such a heavy car). If you are afraid to get on the repair of the machine, then the only option for you is a diesel. Because This is the only proposed equipment with a manual box.

Volvo XC90 | What to pay attention to when buying in the secondary market

The least recommend version T6. The GM box does not provide operational characteristics worthy of such a strong engine and this is an extreme spare option. But most should be careful with copies brought from the United States. First, they can only have front-wheel drive, and secondly, they probably were very damaged, thirdly, the problems can deliver electronics. In addition, you should avoid "enhanced" copies of intended for the overhaul, because the cost of spare parts is high.

History of the model

2001 - Prototype debut during a dealership in Detroit
2002 - Presentation of the model in the serial version
2005 - Engine Debut 4.4 V8 Yamaha Designs
2006 - engine replacement 2.5 T unit 3.2
2007 - the first restyling
2009 - Second restyling
2011 - Third Modification Stylistic
2014 - the end of production
2015 - Introduction to the sale of the second generation XC90

Volvo XC90 | Vin.

1-3 - Manufacturer Marking: YV1 - Volvo
4 - Model designation: C - XC90
5 - Drive type and number of seats: M (AdW, 5); C (AWD, 7); N, Y (OT. FWD)
6-7 - Engine Code
8 - exhaust emission code
9 - gearbox code
10 - Code of the Year of Release
11 - factory code
12-17 - body number

Large and high-quality crossover for only $ 8000? Yes exactly. Prices on the Volvo XC90 of the first years of release today start with this amount. That is for money for which you can buy a "empty" new "stateput" of the Russian assembly, we get even an old, but expensive SUV with a good accommodation, spacious interior and a full-wheel drive. But is it worth the sheepskin dressing?

Engine

For the Volvo HS90 since 2002, the turbocharged gasoline engines R5 2.5 and R6 2.9 were originally set. In 2005, atmospheric V8 4.4 was added to them, and in 2007, the model began to equip as atmospheric L6 3.2. Of the features - for the security of the driver and passengers, all engines under the hood are located transversely and in the case of an accident go down. Diesel in the gamma one - R5 2.4. From him and let's start.

The diesel engine is reliable and unpretentious. Since 2005, diesel engines have obtained an additional device for the direction of gases to the download - the so-called vortex damper. Boots and break the blades, the damper itself has the property to leak, thrust disappears. Until 2010, there were only these diesel engines, then other versions appeared without them. Failure to eliminate - $ 260 and two hours of operation. With the diesel filters, if you go normally, everything is fine, you can not cut.

The engine is on one ordinary pillow and two vacuum. The last time in 5-7 years failed. The back is worth 30 dollars, front - 15-20.

Gasoline engines are closer to 200-300 thousand km. And then on large runs, just need to raise the GBC and change the gasket. Gasoline motor on "disassembly" costs about $ 700 assembly. In which case, it is easier to change the engine. But there are nuances ...

Problems 4.4 V8 - oil lodges. Motor is very hardy, it will take to the last. But if you don't do everything around the mind, you can get money. There can be one any gasket for 100,000 rubles. Or maybe you have to climb deep into the engine. You start to disassemble - something else is found. Motor is complex: four ignition timing, balancing shaft ... Repair can stand in 2000 dollars. For details of the substitutes when ordering spare parts in this motor, there is practically no, mostly the original "original". Good specimens with this engine rarely come across on sale: V8 took those who love fast ride. But there is no effect "wow" from it: "strangled" this motor to withstand the 6-speed "AISIN automatic machine. The engine simply allows you to confidently ride, but not fly. Consumption? Some owners declare average consumption at the level of 14-14.5 liters on "hundred".

The most unreliable option is the 2.9-liter row "six" with two turbines. Very controversial motor. The oil pump is still the same as the 2.5-liter engine, and the turbines are already two plus an extra cylinder. The pump performance is missing. Turbines are cooled with oil and antifreeze. Cooling is also ineffective. Oil tubes to the turbine are often covered. Mediocre cooling and oil starvation - two reasons why these engines quickly fail. In addition, six cylinders are taken across, there "the 5th stage" simply could not shove, put the 4-speed American "automatic" GM. There are questions and this box. Gear little. Suppose the engine is spinning up to 3000 revolutions per minute, then drops to 1500 - there is a blow on the box. And the shafts in it are not on the bearings, but on the sleeves - the physical wear of the case occurs. Once this "automatic" can be repaired, the second is not sure. The differential is at different levels with the "distribution", so the chain transmission is applied to their connection. This is another node that can break. And, by the way, it is often breaking ... Therefore, everything in the voice strongly does not recommend taking a 2.9-liter version of Volvo XC90.

The 2.5-liter turbocked gasoline engine has no such problems. This is a maintainable and reliable unit. Available with a 5-range "machine" or 6-speed "mechanics".

"The 3,2-liter" atmospheric "is interesting in the technical plan. Yes, it is reliable, but the maintainability is terrible. Engineers had to solve a difficult task: in the subcontrol space crosswise to cross the 6-cylinder row motor together with a 6-speed" automatic ". For this, the complex system of the gas distribution mechanism was applied, namuddrili and with the location of the attached equipment.

In general, if it is necessary to repair this motor, then the procedure will be in a penny. But it is not particularly necessary to repair it - a reliable engine.

Transmission

Versions with a 4-speed "automatic", as we have already found out, should be avoided. Further, in terms of reliability, the 5-speed "automatic" was best shown. After it is a 6-speed. Formally, these boxes are maintenance. Their stated resource - 200-250 thousand kilometers. But it is recommended to change the oil every 20,000 kilometers. It happens that at a mark of 30,000 km, the oil begins to darken, and darken quickly. Therefore, it is optimal - the replacement of oil in the "automatic" times at 20,000. Manual gearbox reliable. But it has a nuance - a two-mask flywheel ...

In the Volvo XC90 full drive system, a multid-wide Haldex coupling with oil filling is used. The electronic unit reads information about the speed of rotation of the vehicle wheels, engine revolutions, load on it, the state of the brake system and in a split second can transfer torque to the rear wheels to eliminate slip.

The main problem here is not in the technique, but in humans. Owners trite forget to change oil. The principle is: the pump creates pressure and thereby squeezes frictional, frictional production occurs. Therefore, be sure to change the oil and filter. Often the owners forget about this filter, dirt falls into the pump, he fails. The new pump costs 400 euros, the substitute is about 250 euros. "Basic" pumps can be found for 100-150 euros, but they are better not to put them. In order not to go before replacement, it is better to change the oil in 30-40 thousand kilometers. The oil itself costs 35 dollars, filter - 35, replacement - 50.

It is very harmful to stop if the front and rear axles are located on different types of road surface. There is a sharp connection of the rear axle - at that moment the bushing of the full drive can break. Its cost - 200 dollars, a replacement work - 50. That is, you can fly by $ 250, just incorrectly using the full drive system. When competent operation with a full drive in XC90, no problems occur.

Chassis

The rear multi-dimensional suspension in this model can be said unsubstantiated. There are practically no complaints. It happens, you need to replace two parts - the front silent blocks of the longitudinal lever on each side. And that is not the fact that they will have to change them. You also need to change the stabilizer racks. Neoriginal racks cost about $ 40 per piece. They are shorter than the front, but for some reason they are twice as much.

Front suspension - Classic McPherson. It is weaker than the rear, but it's easier constructively, so I will not pull out money from the owner. Weak places - support bearings and front shock absorbers. The rear suspension is very strong, front - average in terms of reliability. The wheel bearings change only with the hubs, but the need for their replacement occurs about once every ten years. The steering control uses a hydraulicel. Reiki can after 200,000 kilometers tapping, but they are maintainable, 220 dollars the price of the question. In general, the running part is reliable.

Body

Body is completely galvanized. XC90 is a classic representative of the unnecessary Volvo. If the car was slightly bit, but after well restored, there will be no problems with rust. But if the car was in a major accident, there may be problems with body repair: the power elements are so strong that they are practically unrealistic "pull". Although it is necessary to get into a truly serious accident. Usually if someone enters Volvo, then its car in the trash, and the "Swedes" only a bumper and a headlight change. Tank, not a car.

We also celebrate a very thick layer of factory anti-corrosion protection. It even seemed like the body of this instance was additionally processed, but no. Driving this car will really be long.

Salon and electrician

There is one problem in the cabin. The fact is that the Volvo XC90 carrying construction, so a small screech is characteristic of off-road salon. That's all. Electrician mainly Bosch. Thick harnesses, wires are not reversed. It is very rare to do something by electrics. Electricians almost never search for some phantom faults. Body and electrician are the strongest sides of the model. And in general, the car is reliable.

Verdict site

Of course, it is more reasonable to buy a new Russian "stateput". And the flow rate in it will be less and the operation is cheaper, and the new car is still a new car. But if you want something more, then the Volvo XC90 is quite an option. For $ 8000, of course, it is unlikely to get a good copy, but for $ 10.000-12.000 and there is a completely different options ...