Volvo has officially pulled the plug on the S90 luxury sedan in India, and fans of the sleek four-door might find this news a bit disappointing. Once a top-tier offering priced at ₹68.25 lakh (ex-showroom), the S90 has quietly disappeared from Volvo India’s website.
What’s even more interesting is that this happens right when global markets are getting updated versions of the same car — including a fully electric variant. So, what does this mean for Volvo’s lineup in India? Let’s break it down.
Exit
The S90 had a decent run. Introduced in its latest form in 2021, the car received a facelift not too long ago. It came with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine that delivered a solid 250 hp and 350 Nm of torque.
Mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, the S90 was smooth, responsive, and definitely luxurious enough to compete with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series.
But it’s now gone from the Indian portfolio. Why? Simple — Volvo is pivoting, and pivoting hard, towards SUVs and electric vehicles (EVs). Sedans, at least for India, are no longer part of the equation.
Lineup
With the S90 out, Volvo’s Indian lineup is now all SUVs. The ICE (internal combustion engine) lineup consists of two major players:
| Model | Type | Starting Price (Ex-showroom) |
|---|---|---|
| XC60 | Midsize SUV | ₹70.75 lakh |
| XC90 | Flagship SUV | ₹1.03 crore |
And when it comes to EVs, Volvo is upping the game too:
| Model | Type | Starting Price (Ex-showroom) |
|---|---|---|
| EX40 | Electric SUV | ₹50.10 lakh |
| EC40 | Electric SUV | ₹59 lakh |
So yeah, the S90’s exit is part of a bigger shift — one that focuses entirely on SUVs and electric mobility.
Global
Meanwhile, globally, the S90 is very much alive and kicking. In fact, it’s thriving. The international version of the car now comes with upgraded mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. But that’s not the headliner.
Volvo has launched an all-electric version called the ES90, boasting a massive 106 kWh battery pack and a whopping 700 km range. That’s Tesla-rivaling stuff right there. Unfortunately, there’s no word yet on whether this version will make it to India.
Future
What’s coming next? Two big launches are on the cards:
- Volvo EX30 – A smaller, more affordable electric SUV. Slated for launch by the end of 2025, this could be Volvo’s volume driver in the EV space.
- Volvo EX90 – A full-size electric SUV that will likely sit at the top of the electric lineup once it arrives.
Volvo’s strategy is loud and clear — India is getting SUVs and EVs only. No more sedans. Whether that works in a sedan-friendly market like ours remains to be seen, but it’s definitely aligned with global trends.
The S90 might be gone, but Volvo isn’t slowing down. It’s just shifting gears — quite literally — toward a cleaner, greener, SUV-dominated future.
FAQs
Why was the Volvo S90 discontinued?
Volvo dropped the S90 to focus on SUVs and EVs in India.
Is the Volvo S90 still available globally?
Yes, it’s available with hybrid and electric variants overseas.
What is the starting price of the Volvo XC90?
The XC90 starts at ₹1.03 crore (ex-showroom).
Which EVs does Volvo sell in India?
Volvo sells the EC40 and EX40 electric SUVs.
When will the EX30 launch in India?
Volvo plans to launch the EX30 by end of 2025.
