Volvo reveals S90 sedan
Swedish car-maker shows off its luxurious BMW 5-Series rival that features advanced semi-autonomous driving aidsVolvo has revealed its long-awaited replacement for the S80.
Called the S90, the new premium sedan is said to offer a “high-end luxury experience” while introducing new state-of-the-art technology.
Revealed late last night at an event in Gothenburg, Sweden, the S90 development is said to be part of an incredible $11 billion investment in the Swedish car-maker.
Based on the new Scaled Platform Architecture (SPA) that made its debut under the XC90.
Like that car, it will share the big SUV’s new range of 2.0-litre diesel and turbocharged petrols and be spearheaded by a 300kW T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Volvo also claims it will be one of the most luxurious cars in its class and come with an advanced infotainment system that will harness cloud-based apps and services.
Another first for its class will be is new semi-autonomous tech that includes Pilot Assist - a cruise control - that gives gentle steering inputs to keep within its lane markings on a highway up to speeds of 130km/h.
Other new tech, described as being a world first, is a new feature added to City Safety that detects large animals such as elk, horses or moose at night or during the daytime. If detected the emergency braking will bring the car to a halt safely.
More information is expected following the S90’s public unveiling next month at the Detroit motor show.
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