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Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design

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Top 6% of 170 SUV plug-in hybrid models in this price class.

SUVPlug-in HybridAutomaticAWDYear 2014A
320
Horsepower · 235 kW
5.6s
0–100 km/h
230
km/h top speed
43
km Range
€82,685
List price at launch · 2014

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design is a suv powered by an plug-in hybrid drivetrain delivering 320 hp (235 kW).

Updated Sep 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 s and reaches a top speed of 230 km/h. Power is routed through a all-wheel-drive layout via an automatic gearbox.

Efficiency & range

The T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design offers a range of 43 km, a battery capacity of 9.6 kWh, energy consumption of 2.1 kWh/100 km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2014 as part of the Volvo XC90 generation, and sits alongside 28 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design produces 320 hp (235 kW).

How fast does the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The top speed of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design is 230 km/h.

What is the electric range of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design has an electric range of 43 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design emits 49 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design have?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design sends power through the AWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design has a 1,969 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design produces 400 Nm of torque.

When was the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design introduced?

The Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid AWD R-Design was introduced in 2014.