The Volvo XC90 T8 is now available in India in the Inscription grade for a price of INR 96.65 lakh (ex-showroom). Until now, it was sold exclusively in the range-topping Excellence variant.
The Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription comes equipped with features like panoramic glass roof, air suspension, four-zone automatic climate control system, head-up display, heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats with backrest massage function, Nappa leather upholstery, Walnut decor inlays, 19-speaker Bowers and Wilkins audio system, Adaptive Cruise Control, seven airbags and more. The standard equipment is basically that of the diesel engine-powered Volvo XC90 D5 Inscription.
The Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription is powered by the 400 hp T8 Twin Engine that combines a 312 hp 2.0-litre turbocharged and supercharged petrol engine with an 88 hp electric motor. The petrol engine powers the front wheels, while the electric motor drives the rear wheels. An 8-speed automatic transmission is standard. The plug-in hybrid SUV offers a pure electric range of 40 km.
The Volvo XC90 (T8) Excellence is a highly luxury-focused four-seater, while the Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription is a proper 7-seat SUV. The Excellence variant, retailing at INR 1.31 crore (ex-showroom), is much costlier. The availability of the T8 system in the Inscription grade has made India’s first plug-in hybrid SUV more affordable and practical. Here's the updated Volvo XC90 price list* for India:
- XC90 D5 Momentum - INR 77,41,000
- XC90 D5 R-Design - INR 84,91,500
- XC90 D5 Inscription - INR 87,96,500
- XC90 T8 Inscription - INR 96,65,000
- XC90 (T8) Excellence - INR 1,31,24,000
*Ex-showroom prices
