How reliable is the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 2,589 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 89.1%.
Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto reliability by year
How the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 89.9% | 29,188 km |
| 2020 | 91.3% | 64,290 km |
| 2021 | 89.1% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto as a model. The reliability of any individual Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 89%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (4.4% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (3.9% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.8% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.7% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.1% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto?
For a typical Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 53,061 km at 3 years, — at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Volvo Xc90 R-Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.