The XC90 V8 is even attractive under the hood, where it gets Volvo's trademark "iron" symbol set in relief against brushed aluminum on the inlet manifold, accented by a raised V8 emblem.
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| The V8 XC90 should result in an additional 15,000 units per year for Volvo. (Photo: Volvo Cars of Canada) |
"We want there to be no doubt that this is a V8, and a modern and technically advanced V8 at that. We therefore chose not to hide the engine beneath large covers but instead to enhance the V-configuration and the eight inlet pipes," commented Anders Myrberg, head of engine compartment design at Volvo Cars.
The addition of "V8" emblems on the rear hatch and front grille will also make it difficult for passersby to mistake the upscale XC90 for anything other than the top model.
The addition of the V8 XC90 should result in an additional 15,000 units per year, according to Volvo, with at least three quarters allocated to North America. Expect to see the new model arriving in Volvo dealerships early in 2005.