XC90

The mid-size luxury SUV class is a competitive one, full of stylish entrants with plush cabins, but the Volvo XC90 represents the best of what the segment has to offer. Volvo refreshed the XC90 just last year, which improved its curb appeal and added some modern tech touches inside. A pair of turbocharged four-cylinders is available, with the more powerful of the two—called B6—adding a supercharger to boost performance. A hybrid model is also offered, but we review that model separately. Road manners are refined, and the XC90 communicates a feeling of solidity and stability. All models come with three rows of seats, which is great for families, but the third row is a place where only kids will be happy riding.