New 2006 Volvo Range
Published: 9th May 2005
Volvo XC90
Traffic Information: RDS TMC
Volvo's RTI satellite navigation system not only gives directions to your destination, but now includes RDS (radio data system) TMC - Traffic Message Channel - which automatically displays and alerts you if there are any traffic problems on the way, and offers you the option of an alternative route if preferred.
Environmental Care
Sales of Volvo Bi-Fuel LPG models have continued to decline to an uneconomic level: 82 were sold in 2004 and only 20 in the first quarter of 2005.
Globally, LPG accounted for less than 20 per cent of Volvo Bi-fuel sales last year. Moving forward, Volvo Cars has taken the decision to focus on a CNG Bi-fuel strategy. Methane offers greater CO2 reductions than LPG, particularly biogas which is a renewable fuel, with net CO2 emissions close to zero.
As a result, the Bi-Fuel CNG models will continue to be available in the UK in the 2006 Volvo S60 and V70 ranges, but the Bi-Fuel LPG will be discontinued.
Prices and Specifications
All models are available to order now and lead times greatly reduced, with first customer deliveries expected in July. The 2006 Volvo model year starts production on 16 May.
Volvo S40
S and Sport models gain cruise control and steering wheel remote audio control as standard specification, with a price increase of £200 for the S model and £250 for the Sport. SE and SE Sport models gain a power driver's seat with memory and rear 12V socket, with price increases of £300.
New colours, including Brilliant Blue, and a choice of three new alloy wheels are also new for the Volvo S40 range.
Volvo S60
The new 2.4D and D5 engines are both available in the 2006 S60 range in S, Sport and SE specifications. Prices are increased by £525 for the 2.4D and a further £860 for the D5, reflecting the addition of a DPF and a new, improved gearbox.
Volvo XC90
Our Volvo XC90 Guide lists the full specification of the current UK XC90 range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £32,995 - £55,100
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Models in the range: 12
We have road tested the Volvo XC90, to read our in-depth car reviews:
Volvo XC90 Review - Mar 2005
Volvo XC90 Review - Sep 2007
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 28th Nov 2008
