Used Volvo S90 for Sale near South Carolina

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 $20,869, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $16,560. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2018, and 2023 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 refined cabin, smooth handling, and a style-forward design. 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, comfortable ride, and advanced safety features. They also highlight the spacious cabin and high-tech feel, which help give the car a polished, upscale character.

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 way some technology and controls can take a little getting used to.

35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo S90 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the S90 as a comfortable, upscale sedan with strong safety appeal and a refined driving experience. Expert feedback for the newest tested year also points to a quiet cabin, smooth ride, and easy-to-use 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, the long-term ownership picture looks encouraging if you prioritize comfort and safety, and it helps to check the condition of the electronics and history report before you buy.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.5% — 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 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 entry trim starts the lineup and gives you the base gasoline-only S90 at the lowest starting point.
• R-Design: This trim adds a sportier appearance and sits above Momentum in the lineup.
• Inscription: This trim brings the most upscale feel in the 2021 lineup, including the luxury-focused equipment highlighted in the expert review; it is the best-value choice if you want the richest cabin experience.
• Recharge T8 Inscription: This plug-in hybrid trim adds the electrified T8 powertrain, combining the supercharged and turbocharged engine with an electric motor for the strongest performance in the review.

What Volvo S90 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because you have more listings to compare and more chances to find the right price, condition, and equipment. That extra supply can also make it easier to spot a strong deal.

What is the Volvo S90's resale value?

The table shows clear downward movement across every listed year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The biggest drops are in the double digits for the newest listed year, while the older years also show meaningful declines. That pattern gives you room to find value, especially if you're comparing recent model years.

The 2017, 2018, and 2023 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 2023 model is at −10.85% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −9.18%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 34.7% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 36.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $16,165. The Volvo S90 offers a refined, upscale cabin that helps it feel special even in everyday driving.

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 September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.