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Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus

Mk2 Facelift · launched Nov 13 2019 · SUV · CKD

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus is the mid-spec of 10 XC90 variants, priced at RM409,888.

Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus

Colours — exterior

  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Denim Blue Metallic
  • Maple Brown Metallic
  • Pebble Grey Metallic
  • Thunder Grey Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Charcoal dash
  • Charcoal seats
  • Charcoal Nappa dash
  • Maroon Brown Nappa seats

How this variant compares

T8 Twin Engine Inscription is RM10,000 cheaper. The T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing
Capacity
1,969 cc
Horsepower
320 hp
Torque
400 Nm
Fuel
Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Bore
82 mm
Compression Ratio
10.3
Number of Motors
2
Motor Horsepower
87 hp
Motor Torque
240 Nm
Battery Capacity
11.6 kWh
EV Range
50 km
Charging Rate (AC)
3.7 kW

Drivetrain

Transmission
Conventional Automatic
Transmission Name
8 Speed Automatic
Gears
8
Transmission Manufacturer
Aisin
Driveline
All Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
5.6 seconds
Rated Economy
2.1 L/100 km
Top Speed
230 km/h
Co2
49 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,950 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
1,776 mm
Wheelbase
2,984 mm
Weight
2,350 kg
Fuel Tank
70 litres
Doors
5
Seats
7
Boot Space
451 litres
Front Tyre
275/45R20
Rear Tyre
275/45R20
Factory Tyres
Michelin Latitude Sport 3

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
Double Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels
20" 10-spoke Diamond Cut Black Alloy
Rear Wheels
20" 10-spoke Diamond Cut Black Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis Notes
Four-C Active Chassis

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars
ANCAP
5 stars

Safety

Airbags
Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety Lock
Electric for rear doors
Seat Belts
7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIX
Available on two outer middle row seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt Reminder
For All Seats

Lighting

Headlamps
LED Projectors with Auto High Beam
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators

Cabin

Front Seats
Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function
Rear Seats
Manual Recline, Sliding, 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row
Front Air-con
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-con
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Sunroof
Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets
2 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot
Interior Lighting
Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Sun Shade
Manual rear door window shades
Audio
9" Sensus Connect with Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound Audio System, 19 Speakers, 1,400W

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Keyless Knob Twist
Locks
Keyless Operation
Boot Operation
Powered boot with contactless operation
Folding Wing Mirrors
Parking Brake
Electronic

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Hill Start Assist

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
6 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera
Auto Parking
Yes

Infotainment

Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
120,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years

T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus FAQ

How much is the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus in Malaysia?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus was priced at RM409,888 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

What is the difference between the T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus and the T8 Twin Engine Inscription?

The T8 Twin Engine Inscription Plus costs RM10,000 more than the T8 Twin Engine Inscription but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.

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