1998
Volvo V90

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
8 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 80,000 miles
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5 years / unlimited miles , upgradeable up to 10 years
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170- plus point inspection
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100% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.4
Value 4.8
Exterior 3.8
Reliability 4.4

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  • By Jamie Kähkönen from Helsinki
    Owns this car
    January 13, 2024

    The best winter car

    I have owned a P1800, 740, 940, 960 and now this V90 for a year. It's my winter car and it's perfect for fooling around on ice and snow, preferably both. Also really roomy, solid, silent, and the straight-6 doesn't basically vibrate. Steering feel is better than in 940; the geometry is totally different, different steering rack and lower arms, also the whole rear axle is totally different. Long wheelbase makes it very easy to correct when you're sliding on ice. Very mechanical, mine is also a manual.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Lizzie v90 from New Rochelle ny
    Owns this car
    January 19, 2019

    Best car ever

    I have owned this car since 2002. It is a great great car. Great for long highway trips as the leather seats and wood trip look as new. It is comfortable, easy to control, easy to park, roomy and nice. It has 144k miles and no plan to give it up. But rear wheel drive not good in the snow and cup holders are useless.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Practical Car from Norwalk, CT
    Owns this car
    November 4, 2015

    Best Kept Secret

    I've had mine since new, and have taken care of it--3,000 miles then oil change. Repairs and Maintenance at the dealer is expensive, but the few repairs by non-dealers have been unsatisfactory, so I continue with dealer. Parts are expensive. > I have 155,000 miles on it---I think I can do another 150,000, if not double that and take it to half-a million miles. > It does everything I want it to do, carry wheelchair, load up. It is big, but turns on a dime, putting small cars to shame. It is powerful enough, and with snow tires, never a problem in winter. And most of all, it is very comfortable and airy--lots of head, leg, shoulder and hip room--you can't beat a box for that. Don't have to be a contortionist. > Plus, it looks really cool. 16 years and I am not tired of it. Beats any new Volvo that I've driven. If they were to bring it back, I'd buy in a minute.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Nuke from Hawaii
    Owns this car
    April 4, 2010

    Best car for the dollar value out there

    A non-abused and well-maintained V90 may be the best used car out there. Can not be ignored for maintenance, but if cared for will last forever. Many examples with over 500K miles on them, some in taxi service. Quiet, comfortable and completely optioned as any top of the line European car. Safe as houses and never stranded us. I can buy any car I want and cannot come up with a reason to sell this car. My wife uses it for her daily driver.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Maddog from Texas
    Owns this car
    December 25, 2008

    The last of the big wagons!

    This is one of the better cars I have owned. It is typical of the Volvo era pre-Ford, square design, solid build quality, not flashy and very roomy. Over the decade plus I have owned it, it has hauled everything I have asked it to, bikes, furniture, people and luggage. It even made one cross-country trip loaded, including the roof rack, with everything from an apartment, looking like the Clampett's moving to Beverly Hills. Gas milage has varied from a low of 18 around town in the summer, to 26 on open road trips. I have been religious about maintenance, going to the dealer for all but minor parts replacements I have done myself, wiper blades, rear hatch struts, etc. Dealer costs are high, but any issue I have had, has been fixed right the first time. It has had nothing but Mobile 1 run in it since new. At my last tire replacement I went + 1 with new alloy wheels and Michelin HydroEdge tires. It made a significant inprovement in both cornering capablity and wet road traction. After 10 years and 114,000 miles the car still looks good and has been bullet proof reliable.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1998 Volvo V90?

The 1998 Volvo V90 is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 1998 Volvo V90?

The 1998 Volvo V90 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1998 Volvo V90 reliable?

The 1998 Volvo V90 has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1998 Volvo V90 owners.

Is the 1998 Volvo V90 a good Wagon?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1998 Volvo V90. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 3.8
  • Reliability: 4.4

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