DecodedCars2024 Volvo S90
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, Recharge 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 295–312 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 200.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,297–4,698 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 25 MPG combined, 13% below the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Volvo S90 is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 200 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,297 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 13% worse than the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2024
- No plug-in hybrid version any more
- Best combined MPG down from 30 to 25
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 S90 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Daqing, Heilongjiang
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2024 S90 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 200.4 in | 74.4 in | 56.7 in | 120.5 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,297 lb | 56/44 |
| Recharge 4dr Sedan | 200.4 in | 74.4 in | 56.7 in | 120.5 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,698 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S90 B6 AWD Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | -13% | $3,300 | 347 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Volvo S90.
Similar 2024 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Volvo S90 (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi A6 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2024 Lexus LS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Tesla Model S | 402 mi | Not rated | 6 |
| 2024 Porsche Panamera | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Lexus ES | 44 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention › Software · Dec 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V908000 · 413,151 vehicles
- Problem
- 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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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 Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Back Over Prevention › Software · May 8, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V282000 · 413,151 vehicles
- Problem
- 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 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
Not every 2024 Volvo S90 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Volvo S90 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 55,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Volvo S90. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other S90 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →