Used Volvo XC90 for Sale nearMerced, CA

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 $35,810, and its lowest point over the past year was $34,886. 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 a polished cabin, family-friendly practicality, and a safety-first identity. 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 features, and smooth, comfortable driving experience. Across the model range, the XC90 also earns credit for its stylish design and premium feel, which help it stand out as a refined family SUV.

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

The main tradeoffs center on pricing, third-row space, and some technology or convenience details that can feel less polished than the rest of the vehicle. Even so, the XC90’s blend of comfort, safety, and upscale character makes it an appealing used buy for shoppers who value substance and refinement.

36.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo XC90 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the XC90 for its comfort, spacious interior, and strong safety reputation. Expert coverage also points to a refined, family-friendly character with premium materials and a smooth driving experience.

• 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, the long-term ownership picture is strongest when you choose a well-maintained example with a clean history and service records that match the vehicle’s premium positioning.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 85.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2019 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: City Safety, Pilot Assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping aid, lane-departure warning, blind-spot information system, intersection auto brake, and large animal detection.
• Infotainment: Android-based touchscreen infotainment with Google Built-In and Apple CarPlay connectivity, including wireless and USB-C support.
• 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: Best for shoppers who want the entry point into the XC90 lineup, with the B5 powertrain and seven-seat layout.
• Plus: Adds the Orrefors crystal shift knob and more upscale interior material choices, making it the best-value trim for many buyers.
• Ultra: Brings the top-end equipment, including the 14-speaker Harman Kardon Premium Sound system, head-up display, and the option for 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 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you the broadest selection of listings and a strong mix of pricing and deal availability. That usually makes it easier to compare trims, features, and condition before you buy.

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. The newer model years are still declining, but the drops are smaller than the steep double-digit changes seen in several older years. That pattern suggests you can find meaningful value in the used market while still targeting recent examples with newer features.

The 2024, 2025, and 2018 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 −8.75% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.93%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 38%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $51,571. The Volvo XC90 offers a refined cabin, family-friendly space, and a calm, upscale character that suits everyday use.

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: The infotainment system is larger and offers sharper resolution, and Apple CarPlay connectivity is also standard and worked seamlessly when connected both wirelessly and via USB-C cable.
• Safety: The XC90 has standard advanced driver-assistance systems, including 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 this configuration sits at $59,745 after destination.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 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 October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.