Nothing will get you attention on the road like being seated in a massive SUV. In August 2007, we drove the Volvo XC90 in the U.K. and at the time, the car hadn’t yet come to Indian shores. The XC90 has arrived here. Though an impressive SUV, it faces competition from the likes of the BMW X5 and the Audi Q7.
The XC90 has a wide stance and exudes confidence; the BMW has sharp looks as well.
Enough space
The XC90 is for those who prefer space more than others things. It has the width of the Volvo B7R (intercity bus) and it also has the most comfortable front seats of the three cars. But, while Volvo scores high on space, the best-quality interiors belong to the BMW. You won’t find any cheap bits on the X5 and the brushed metal, wood and leather are of top quality and everything is solidly built. The X5 comes with a chunky steering wheel and everything from the central console to the power controls works efficiently. The 5-series-like ‘tap-for-shift’ gear selector is almost a work of art and the iDrive knob that controls the screen has a superb finish too. While the XC90 has the best front seats, the Audi scores highest with regard to back seat comfort. The seat is well contoured and there is a good amount of thigh support. And if you are not using the third row of seats, which will be very often, legroom is almost at limousine levels.
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