There was no sophomore jinx for the Volvo XC90, as it continued to enjoy great popularity in 2004. The first true SUV for the Swedish manufacturer had first rolled onto dealer lots in autumn of 2002 for the 2003 model year.
Based on an experimental development called the Adventure Concept Car, the XC90 is built on the same platform as the S80, Volvo's largest sedan. Its combination of safety features, comfort, and style appealed to everyone from suburban moms to young, outdoorsy types.
Since this model was totally new the previous year, not much changed for '04. Volvo did make it available in an additional color choice called Ice White. It was made in three trims: 2.5T, 2.5T AWD, and T6.