We’re looking to get a Volvo SUV—the XC90 in particular—but we love the thrill of going gear-to-gear on the open road. Does the Volvo XC90 have manual transmission?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Unfortunately, the Volvo XC90 does not come with manual transmission. Instead, it comes standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Even without a stick-shift, the XC90 is a luxurious ocean liner of an SUV, with a 2.0 L turbocharged 4 cylinder engine that produces 250 horsepower. It features accurate steering, and the steering wheel has a sense of heft that is just right. The cabin feels pleasantly insulated on the road, as well.
If your heart is set on a manual transmission SUV, there are some options—but not many. Here are some relatively comparable SUVs or crossovers that feature manual transmission:
is a compact crossover that features a 6 speed automatic mated to a 2.0 L 4 cylinder engine; the size difference between the XC90 and a Crosstrek is pretty evident, though.
is about as far as you can get from a Volvo XC90, but it is an SUV—it boasts a 7 speed manual transmission paired with a 2.3 L turbocharged 4 cylinder engine.
Whichever gear-shift SUV or crossover you decide to go with, protect it with a robust
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