One of our friends is driving a Volvo XC90 with the turbo charged V6. I’ve never considered this car in the past, because I was convinced that a seven-seater of this size would require a V8 engine. But from our Mazda CX-7 I’ve learned that the turbo is actually a good choice in hot climates, where the air is much less dense and where you always run the A\/C. There, the turbo or super charged engines shine, as they provide power on demand. Obviously they don’t excel in the fuel conservation department, but the driving fun factor easily compensates for that. So after this week-end I’ve come to like the spacious interior of the XC90 while providing a peppy, almost nimble ride. This car definitely makes the short list when considering our next big family car.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
One of our friends is driving a Volvo XC90 with the turbo charged V6. I’ve never considered this car in the past, because I was convinced that a seven-seater of this size would require a V8 engine. But from our Mazda CX-7 I’ve learned that the turbo is actually a good choice in hot climates, … Continue reading Volvo XC90<\/span>