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Volvo XC90 buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Volvo XC90 costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 414 for sale right now.
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Our take on the Volvo XC90
A 2023 Volvo XC90 typically advertises at €57,950 and a 2018 one at €28,900, so it loses roughly 13% of its value a year at that age. Most for sale are petrols; diesels are rarer, at 13%. At the NCT, the 2016–2018 cars fail more often than other cars the same year, so a fresh NCT is worth paying a little more for. The 2.0 hybrid is the most common engine (88% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 300k km.
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Used Volvo XC90 prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | €97,250 | 0k km | 7 |
| 2026 | €87,950 | 5k km | 85 |
| 2025 | €75,900 | 24k km | 61 |
| 2024 | €64,950 | 65k km | 42 |
| 2023 | €57,950 | 78k km | 54 |
| 2022 | €50,000 | 90k km | 19 |
| 2021 | €47,950 | 113k km | 24 |
| 2020 | €44,000 | 126k km | 18 |
| 2019 | €35,000 | 174k km | 26 |
| 2018 | €28,900 | 189k km | 20 |
| 2017 | €27,450 | 198k km | 27 |
| 2016 | €21,900 | 217k km | 24 |
| 2015 | €22,000 | 197k km | 7 |
Volvo XC90 NCT pass rate
How often Volvo XC90s pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 80% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 75% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 53% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 55% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 47% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 49% | 53% |
Most common reasons a 2021 Volvo XC90 fails: safety equipment (8.1% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (7.7% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (4% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (1.7% of tests).
Common Volvo XC90 problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€200 | 286 |
| 2.0 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€200 | 39 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Volvo XC90
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Volvo XC90
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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