Volvo XC90

Martin Leach, General Manager,

Volvo Taunton

"There's something undeniably satisfying about stepping into the **Volvo XC90 Diesel Estate 2.0 B5D /[235] R-Design AWD Geartronic** � a vehicle that fuses Scandinavian elegance with everyday practicality and a healthy dose of torque-rich diesel grunt. This isn't just a premium SUV. It's Volvo's flagship rolling statement that you can have it all: performance, presence, and planet-conscious engineering. Under the sculpted bonnet lies a smooth 2.0-litre mild-hybrid diesel engine, delivering a punchy **235hp** that feels effortless whether you're merging onto a motorway or cruising through winding B-roads. The 8-speed Geartronic transmission is buttery-smooth, perfectly matched to the XC90's refined and relaxed character. And with **all-wheel drive** as standard, this is an SUV that feels confident in all weathers � from summer road trips to winter getaways. The **R-Design trim** adds a splash of athleticism, with blacked-out accents, bold 20-inch alloys, and a cockpit that blends luxury with driver focus. The sports seats hug you in all the right places, while Volvo's intuitive infotainment system, with its crisp portrait touchscreen, keeps you effortlessly connected. Yet, for all its power and poise, the XC90 remains deeply practical � seven seats, cavernous boot space, and Volvo's unwavering commitment to safety. It's a family hauler, a business-class cruiser, and a style statement rolled into one. The XC90 B5D isn't just a diesel SUV � it's a reminder that driving can still be a refined pleasure, even in a world leaning electric. And honestly? It's just really, *really* good."