Used Volvo S90 for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

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 $20,584, and over the past year it reached a low of $16,522. 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 well-regarded choice among owners, with a strong reputation for a luxurious interior, smooth handling, and advanced safety features across all model years. The all-generations owner rating is 4.9/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the S90 for its stylish design, quiet cabin, and easy-to-use technology. The cabin also stands out for its comfort and upscale feel, and owners often highlight the spacious interior and strong value.

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

The main trade-offs center on the electronic systems, which can feel complicated, and on the plug-in hybrid's unimpressive electric range.

34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo S90 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Volvo S90 as a comfortable, upscale sedan with strong safety appeal and a refined driving experience. Expert feedback also points to a quiet cabin, smooth ride, and polished overall character.

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

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that older examples can bring more wear-related concerns, so a careful history check and pre-purchase inspection are especially worthwhile.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 76.3% — 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: Volvo Pilot Assist with adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: Sensus Connect 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, with the S90's core luxury feel and a lower entry price.
• Inscription: Adds a more upscale presentation, including Nappa leather, power adjustment, position memory, heating, ventilation, and available backrest massage with the Lounge Package.
• R-Design: Sits alongside Inscription in the lineup and gives you a sportier trim choice at the same starting point.

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 shopping choice and a better chance of finding the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the easiest years to compare across multiple listings.

What is the Volvo S90's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years, which creates a friendlier buying environment for shoppers. The larger drop points to stronger near-term savings, while the smaller decline suggests one year has softened less than the other. Overall, the pattern favors used buyers looking for recent S90s at more approachable prices.

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 Pilot Assist with adaptive cruise control is standard on the 2021 S90.

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 −9.17% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −5.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 36.8% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 35.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,967. 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.

How does the 2021 Volvo S90 compare to the 2026 Audi A6?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Volvo S90:

• Pros: Stylish design, Quiet cabin, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: Unimpressive electric range.

2026 Audi A6:

• Pros: Powerful engine, Standard all-wheel drive, Spacious.
• Cons: Unimpressive interior materials, Poorly executed infotainment system, Unrefined driving experience.

Our experts score the 2021 Volvo S90 8/10 and the 2026 Audi A6 7/10. The Volvo leans into style, a quiet cabin, and easier tech, while the Audi counters with more power, standard all-wheel drive, and more space. The Volvo's downside is its unimpressive electric range, while the Audi's trade-offs center on interior quality, infotainment, and driving refinement.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.