Used 2025 Volvo XC90 for Sale nearWinston Salem, NC

How much does the 2025 Volvo XC90 cost?

Prices have softened 9.49% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,398 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Volvo XC90 a good car?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 earns an 8.33/10 expert rating, and Volvo positions it as a refreshed three-row SUV with updated styling, materials, and feature offerings. The standout strength is Look and feel at 10/10.

It’s especially appealing if you want a well-rounded luxury SUV with style, substance, and user-friendly technology. The refresh also aims to improve ride comfort and handling, which supports its role as a polished family hauler.

The main trade-offs are that semi-autonomous driving is not available, and the top-tier sound system costs extra even on the top trim.

With 33.6% of listings priced as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Volvo XC90 reliable?

The 2025 XC90 is presented as a polished, safety-minded SUV with a strong reputation, and Volvo says the refresh builds on an already respected flagship. The expert drive notes also emphasize that the standard suspension update with Frequency Selective Damping improved ride comfort and stability without complaint.

The powertrain lineup is described as user-friendly, especially the B5 and B6 mild-hybrid options, since you don’t have to manage charging to avoid fuel-economy penalties. The plug-in hybrid adds electric capability, but it requires regular plugging in to keep that benefit working as intended.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership risk is mainly about choosing the right powertrain and keeping up with maintenance on a premium SUV.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Volvo XC90?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.7% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report, verify the vehicle’s condition closely, and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if you’re considering a higher-mileage example. Pay extra attention to trim equipment, powertrain choice, and whether the features you want are standard or optional on the specific listing.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Core, Plus, and Ultra trims differ in equipment, with the interior updates and premium touches becoming more prominent as you move up. The base trim is the one most likely to leave out some of the richer cabin and convenience features.
• Powertrain: The XC90 offers B5, B6, and T8 powertrains. The B5 is the mild-hybrid base choice, the B6 adds turbo- and e-supercharging for more output, and the T8 plug-in hybrid delivers the strongest performance but needs regular charging to deliver its fuel-saving benefit.
• Safety package: Standard advanced driver-assistance systems include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, and the blind-spot information system. It also includes intersection auto brake and large animal detection, but there is no hands-free highway-driving system.
• Infotainment: The touchscreen is larger, sharper, and uses a new interface with Google Built-In. Apple CarPlay is standard and works wirelessly or via USB-C, and the Ultra trim adds a head-up display.
• Fuel efficiency: The T8 plug-in hybrid offers up to 33 miles of pure-electric range and an EPA-rated max of 27 mpg.

Which 2025 Volvo XC90 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 is offered in 3 trim levels: Core, Plus, Ultra.

Here's the short version:

• Core: This is the entry point and the best fit if you want the XC90’s core three-row experience at the lowest price. It gives you the basic luxury-SUV formula, but you’ll miss some of the richer cabin touches and premium convenience features found higher up.
• Plus: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds more of the XC90’s upscale character without jumping all the way to the top. It’s the trim where the interior starts to feel more special, and it’s a smart middle ground if you want a nicer daily experience.
• Ultra: Choose this if you want the most complete XC90 experience, including the highest-end tech and luxury features. It’s also the trim where the optional premium audio upgrade lives, though that system still costs extra.

The safety package is standard across the lineup, but the XC90 still does not offer a hands-free highway-driving system.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Volvo XC90?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,398 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.49% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 94.7% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $52,222, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Volvo XC90's resale value?

The current average of $52,285 sits slightly below last year's $57,771.

That price movement suggests the XC90 has softened enough to help you buy more selectively today. If you’re a future seller, that also means your resale outcome will depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim choice.

Because the year-round range runs from $52,222 to $57,773, well-kept examples near the upper end should still have stronger appeal than rougher ones. The safest bet is to buy a clean, well-equipped version and keep it in strong condition if you want to protect value later.

Is the 2025 Volvo XC90 safe?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 is too new to have been crash-tested by independent safety organizations, but its predecessor earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from IIHS and five-star ratings overall from NHTSA.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The XC90’s standard driver-assistance suite includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, blind-spot information system, intersection auto brake, and large animal detection. Those systems are described as working smoothly and without erroneous interference during testing.

One important caveat is that the XC90 does not offer a hands-free highway-driving system, even though some rivals do.

Should I buy a 2025 Volvo XC90 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.7% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.49% compared with last year.
• The refresh brings updated styling, materials, and feature offerings.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $45,494, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $52,285 average.
• It remains appealing for its design, powertrain range, and luxury-SUV character.

The bottom line: Choose the 2025 if you want the fresher, more polished version with updated styling and features. If you’re more price-sensitive, the 2024 is the better value play, especially if you find one in strong condition.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.