Volvo UK Slots A More Powerful Gasoline Engine Into Its Biggest Models

There’s no shortage of engine options available for Volvo’s largest models. But now there’s another, and it’s the most powerful conventional engine yet.

Announced for the British market, the Volvo S90, V90, and XC90 can now be ordered in T5 spec. It’s based on the same 2.0-liter turbo four that forms the basis for the T8 Twin-Engine hybrid, but does without the electric assist. With 250 horsepower (186 kW), it’s also more powerful than lower-spec versions of the engine – or any of the diesels, for that matter, save for the torque which comes in at 258 lb-ft (or 350 Nm).

In the S90 sedan, that translates to a 0-62 mph (0-100 km) time of 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h), returning 42.8 mpg on the combined cycle. The V90 T5 takes 7 seconds to reach 62 and returns 42.8 mpg. The V90 Cross Country T5 takes 7.4 and returns 38.2 mpg. And the XC90 T5 takes 7.9 and returns 35.8.

“The T5 petrol engine is a superb addition to the S90, V90 and XC90 ranges,” said Volvo’s UK managing director Jon Wakefield. “This cutting-edge engine brings increased choice for our customers, and offers strong performance with excellent efficiency and refinement. We’re sure it’ll be a hit with retail and business users alike.”

Pricing ranges from £41,120 for the S90 T5 R-Design to £59,235 for the XC90 T5 Inscription Pro. The same engine is also available to US customers in the S90 sedan, V90 Cross Country, and XC90, slotting in below the more potent T6 available here, with prices ranging from $48,100 for the S90 T5 FWD Momentum to $56,950 for the XC90 T5 AWD R-Design.