#VEHICLES THAT SEAT 10 PASSENGERS FULL#
Speaking of which, the Santa Fe claims a decent 36 miles of all EV running on a full charge. The 262bhp 1.6-litre motor sounds a little strained when extended, but it does its best work in the mid-ranges, where the 90bhp electric motor can add some instant torque-fill muscle. On the move it favours a relaxed approach, but that's just fine because it's a seven-seat SUV after all.
Whichever powertrain you use, the Volvo is composed and capable on the road, but the emphasis is on comfort and refinement rather than an uplifting driving experience, although that's perfectly in keeping with the car's remit. There's also the T8 PHEV model (it remains a full seven-seater, unlike similar plug-in rivals such as the Land Rover Discovery, which is limited to five) that's serves up the best part of 400bhp and claims up to 40 miles of EV running, helping drop it into the 8% Benefit in Kind (BiK) tax band for company car users. All the engines are four-cylinder turbocharged units, with the mild hybrid B5 diesel serving-up a decent plent of pace and parsimony.
#VEHICLES THAT SEAT 10 PASSENGERS PLUS#
Interior flexibility is further enhanced by a second row that slides and reclines, plus has the option of an integrated child booster seat, while there's enough handy storage for most odds and ends.ĭespite its age, the XC90 still stands out on the road, with a certain understated class that means it's not such a confrontational or aggressive presence as some of its full-sized SUV rivals. Better still, even with all seats in use (those in the very back can be quickly and easily folded into the floor when not needed), there's a decent 316-litres of boot capacity. More importantly, unlike many the XC90 delivers enough space for seven adults to travel in reasonable comfort, with the third row seats serving-up good head and legroom. Perhaps the Volvo's greatest strength is its interior, which roomy, well-equipped and smartly finished with rich materials. Moreover, in revised plug-in hybrid (PHEV) guise, it offers a great balance of performance, efficiency and low running costs, particularly for business users. There are rivals that are sharper to drive or offer more up-to-date tech, but few offer the same compelling blend of space, practicality, comfort and class as the seven-seat Swede. It's getting on for a decade old now, and there's an all-electric replacement around the corner, but the Volvo XC90's considerable appeal remains undimmed. So, here's our rundown of our favourite seven-seat machines, each one of which should ensure that nobody gets left behind. How the Volvo XC90 saved the Swedish firm.
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