It’s also the
It’s also the first V8 to meet the
Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) level II standards.
From acceleration to ride quality and maneuverability to comfort, the
XC90 couldn’t have been any better. During a four-day mini-vacation,
my wife and I traveled more than 1,000 miles.
Since much of the trip comprised freeway miles, the vehicle’s most
noticeable attribute was its smooth ride. And while certainly impressive,
the ride quality of the XC90 can also be a potential issue. On more than
one occasion, I exceeded 80 mph on the interstate with no inkling of my
speed.
Introduced in mid-2005 as a competitor with the Acura MDX and the
Lexus RX 330, the new XC90 has several improvements for 2006.
All-wheel drive now includes a trademarked feature called Instant
Traction. It delivers an increase of up to 50 percent more torque to the
rear axle when appropriate.
Also new is a convenience package. It includes rear park assist, power
retractable mirrors, power child door locks and a cargo security cover
and protection net.
This option further complements an already impressive list of standard
features and options: Leather seats in all three rows, power moonroof,
an audio system with a six CD in-dash changer and rear-seat audio
controls, automatic dimming mirrors, climate control, combined wooden
and leather steering wheel, heated front seats, and rear-seat audio
controls were included on my test vehicle.
The options don’t come cheap.
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