Volvo\u2019s central infotainment screen was feeling outdated and quite small in a world of ever-bigger automotive displays. But that\u2019s less of a problem for the 2025.5 XC90. The 9.0-inch vertically oriented touchscreen has been replaced by an 11.2-inch unit that necessitates slimmer, vertical air vents. More screen space isn\u2019t always better in a luxury car; sometimes the extra digital space can be exhausting if you think of your luxury SUV\u2019s interior as a respite from the outside world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here, Volvo meets modern expectations better than before. The screen\u2019s larger size allows for a much better split-screen experience, whether you\u2019re using the Google Built-In system\u2019s integrated Spotify app with Google Maps or Apple CarPlay<\/a> as shown above. Even so, a horizontally oriented display would prevent so many song titles from being cut off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The digital driver display is also well-done, even if the design is limited. You get an analog-style speedometer and hybrid-power display (on the T8) flanking a big map in the center. Your other option is no map in the center, a good option for those who want to keep it simple. We\u2019d like to see more design creativity in this display in the future, but what’s here works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n