Volvo took its second-generation XC90 SUV into unknown territory, shifting the "safety-centric" car into luxury waters. For the Shanghai Motor Show, the Swedish brand took a lesson from Range Rover's book and prepared the XC90 Excellence SUV, the ultimate experience of Scandinavian luxury, rounded off by handmade crystal glasses.
Although you will Volvo XC90 Excellence hard to distinguish from its less prestigious relatives on the outside, but the interior is a completely different world. The passenger compartment is reminiscent of the luxury cabin of a private jet, which the Swedish manufacturer calls the "Scandinavian sanctuary". And what does this shrine hold? Ambient lighting, tiltable and touch-sensitive display, collapsible serving trays, bottle cooler, glass holders, heated and cooled bottle holder, and as the icing on the cake, handmade crystal glasses Orrefors. This is the only thing suitable for the ventilated massage seats that replaced the standard rear bench of the SUV.
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The entire Volvo XC90 Excellence is based on the idea that it glides effortlessly on the road, and the Pirelli tires, which suppress noise. What will be hidden under the hood has not yet been confirmed, but a badge is expected from the plug-in hybrid T8 and 2.0-liter four-cylinder, which in connection with the electric motor will be able to 400 horsepower. And why did Volvo go into aristocratic waters in the first place, when it could have stuck to the proven recipe of safety, technology and utility? According to Volvo executives, to be created superlative environment for relaxing or doing business.
