Used Volvo S90 for Sale nearAllentown, PA

How much does the Volvo S90 cost in today's market?

Used Volvo S90 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volvo S90's current nationwide average price is $20,763, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,560. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volvo S90 a good car?

Yes — the Volvo S90 is a strong pick if you want a luxury sedan with a polished cabin, smooth handling, and advanced safety features. The all-generations owner rating is 4.88/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the S90 for its luxurious interior, quiet cabin, and comfortable ride. They also highlight the spacious cabin, stylish design, and easy-to-use technology, with advanced safety features adding to its appeal.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in expert reviews center on the electric range in the plug-in hybrid and the complexity of some electronic systems.

32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo S90 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the S90 as a comfortable, luxurious sedan with strong safety appeal and a refined driving experience. Expert feedback also points to a quiet cabin, smooth ride, and well-executed technology.

• Owners rate the Volvo S90 between 4.6 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose carefully and verify condition, history, and maintenance records.

What should I look for when buying a used Volvo S90?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Pilot Assist with adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: Sensus Connect touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 60 MPGe combined on electricity, and a 30 mpg combined fuel-economy rating in gasoline-only mode

Which Volvo S90 trim should I buy?

The 2021 Volvo S90 offers these trims:

• Momentum: The base gasoline-only trim and the best-value starting point, giving you the core S90 experience at the lowest entry price.
• Inscription: Adds a more upscale feel, including Nappa leather in the test vehicle, plus power adjustment, memory, heating, and ventilation for the front seats.
• R-Design: A higher-priced trim in the lineup that sits alongside Inscription and the plug-in hybrid version in the 2021 pricing structure.
• Recharge T8 Inscription: The plug-in hybrid choice, pairing the electrified powertrain with the Inscription trim and adding the strongest performance-focused setup in the data.

What Volvo S90 do most buyers choose?

The Volvo S90 years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory is deeper and deal opportunities are more visible.

What is the Volvo S90's resale value?

Both model years show lower prices than a year ago, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop points to a sharper reset in value, while the smaller decline suggests a milder move. Together, they show that recent S90 pricing has softened.

The 2017 and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volvo S90 safe?

• 2021: 9/10
• 2017: 8/10

Volvo’s Pilot Assist driver-assistance system is standard, too, with adaptive cruise control.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Volvo S90 now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −10.22% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.78%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 38.8% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 36.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,813. The Volvo S90 offers a quiet, upscale cabin that makes it feel especially refined on everyday drives.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.