Used Volvo XC90 for Sale nearEssex Junction, VT

How much does the Volvo XC90 cost in today's market?

Used Volvo XC90 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volvo XC90's current nationwide average price is $36,013, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $34,909 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volvo XC90 a good car?

Yes — the Volvo XC90 is a strong choice if you want a luxury three-row SUV with broad owner appeal and a polished overall character.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.65/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the XC90 for its spacious, luxurious interior, strong safety reputation, and comfortable driving experience. Across the model range, it also earns credit for its stylish design and family-friendly practicality.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 and 2020 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in recent expert coverage center on pricing, third-row space, and some tech and convenience details that can feel less polished than the rest of the SUV.

34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo XC90 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the XC90 for its comfort, upscale cabin, and strong safety focus. The model also earns recurring approval for its smooth handling and premium feel across multiple years.

• Owners rate the Volvo XC90 between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-maintained example and checking service history carefully, especially on older model years.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — 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: City Safety, Pilot Assist, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, blind-spot information system, intersection auto brake, and large animal detection.
• Infotainment: Android-based infotainment with Google Built-In and Apple CarPlay connectivity, including wireless and USB-C cable connection.
• Fuel efficiency: The XC90 plug-in hybrid offers up to 33 miles of pure-electric range on a full charge, and the T8 also offers the best fuel economy, at an EPA-rated max of 27 mpg.

Which Volvo XC90 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 offers these trims:

• Core: The entry trim starts with the B5 powertrain and gives you the XC90’s core luxury-SUV formula at the lowest price point.
• Plus: This mid trim adds more upscale equipment, including the Orrefors crystal shift knob and access to richer interior material choices, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• Ultra: The top trim brings the most premium presentation, including the 14-speaker Harman Kardon Premium Sound system, a head-up display, and the option to add the 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity audio system.

What Volvo XC90 do most buyers choose?

The Volvo XC90 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing flexibility, and a broader mix of trims and equipment. That usually makes it easier to find the right balance of features, mileage, and value.

What is the Volvo XC90's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the XC90 lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit drops, so you may find stronger value in recent model years than you would expect from a luxury SUV. The newest entries in the table are declining too, but by smaller amounts than many older years.

The 2025, 2024, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volvo XC90 safe?

• 2025: 8/10
• 2024: 6/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2016: 9/10

The 2025 Volvo XC90 includes standard advanced driver-assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, blind-spot information system, intersection auto brake, and large animal detection.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Volvo XC90 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.47% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.5%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $45,357. The Volvo XC90 offers a spacious, comfortable cabin with a refined, upscale character that makes it especially appealing for family buyers.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Volvo continues to offer a choice of three powertrains in the XC90, all with standard AWD and an eight-speed automatic transmission, and the XC90 plug-in hybrid offers up to 33 miles of pure-electric range on a full charge.
• Tech: Apple CarPlay connectivity is also standard and worked seamlessly when connected both wirelessly and via USB-C cable, and the infotainment system is larger, offers sharper resolution, and uses a new user interface with a larger fixed menu bar and a contextual bar.
• Safety: The standard advanced driver-assistance systems operated smoothly, and the XC90 includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, blind-spot information system, intersection auto brake, and large animal detection.
• Starting price: Base MSRP for the least-expensive version sits at $59,745 after destination.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.