Volvo XC90 generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| XC90, Model year 2002 (1.Generation) | 0 mm |
| XC90, Model year 2003 (1.Generation (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| XC90, Model year 2006 (1.Generation (2. Facelift)) | 218 mm |
| XC90, Model year 2011 (1.Generation (3. Facelift)) | 218 mm |
| XC90, Model year 2015 (2.Generation) | 267 mm |
Variants
Volvo XC90 variants: XC90 vs. XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| XC90 | 267 mm |
| XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 223 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other Volvo models
Volvos are often more grounded than a teenager after a bad report card. However, within the Volvo family stable, the XC90 stands out with a lofty stature. It looms above its siblings like a Nordic giant, from the V60's and S60's paltry 128-147mm up to the almost respectable 216-223mm range of the XC60 and moneyed cousin, the XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid. But none within the Volvo kin, not the V60 Cross Country nor the somewhat rugged XC40, can tip-toe over puddles as high as the majestic XC90.
Volvo XC90 vs other current cars by Volvo
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| V60 | 128 mm |
| V60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 128 mm |
| S60 | 147 mm |
| S60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 147 mm |
| S90 | 152 mm |
| S90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 152 mm |
| EX30 | 165 mm |
| EC40 | 171 mm |
| C40 Recharge Pure Electric | 171 mm |
| XC40 Recharge Pure Electric | 171 mm |
| EX40 | 175 mm |
| XC40 | 205 mm |
| XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 205 mm |
| XC60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 209 mm |
| V60 Cross Country | 210 mm |
| EX90 | 212 mm |
| XC60 | 216 mm |
| XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 223 mm |
| XC90 | 267 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the Volvo XC90 compare to it's nearest competitors?
When lined up against its rivals, the XC90 surveys the land with a kingly gaze. From the runt of the Hyundai Bayon to the regal Mercedes-Benz GLS, Volvo's proud entry stands taller than most—bar the mighty Mercedes GL-Klasse that might as well have its own weather system up there at a cloud-brushing 307mm. The refined Audi Q7 and BMW X7 dares near with their own respectable standings—and let's tip our hats off to the Lamborghini Urus, a raging bull, that decides to prance just shy of the XC90 with a striking 248mm clearance. However, our svelte Swedish SUV stands unparalleled when balanced against the likes of the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Audi Q8 e-tron, stalwart members of the under 200mm club. And the daintier rivals like the Infiniti EX and Mercedes-Benz EQC? Please, let's not even pretend they're playing the same game.
Volvo XC90 vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GL-Klasse 2006 | 307 mm |
| Volvo XC90 2015 | 267 mm |
| Audi Q8 2018 | 245 mm |
| Volvo XC60 2008 | 230 mm |
| ALPINA XD3 2013 | 212 mm |
| ALPINA XD4 2018 | 204 mm |
| Jaguar E-Pace 2018 | 204 mm |
| Ford Explorer 2019 | 204 mm |
| Infiniti QX30 2016 | 202 mm |
| Hyundai Tucson 2004 | 195 mm |
| SsangYong Actyon 2006 | 189 mm |
| Ford Kuga 2008 | 188 mm |
| Renault Koleos 2008 | 188 mm |
| Hyundai ix55 2009 | 185 mm |
| Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2013 | 180 mm |
| SsangYong Korando 2011 | 180 mm |
| Dodge Nitro 2007 | 180 mm |
| Citroen C-Crosser 2007 | 174 mm |
| Peugeot 4008 2012 | 168 mm |
| Ford Edge 2016 | 152 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019 | 135 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 2015 | 123 mm |
