2022 Volvo S90 Recharge

The S90 Recharge is quick; with a 4.6-second run from 0 to 60 mph, it beats the BMW 530e by more than a second. Still, it's no braggart, with top speed limited to 112 mph and a driving style that's designed for comfort over performance. As a comfort-biased PHEV, its weight can be felt through corners at speed, and the lack of steering feel does it no favors. However, if your aim is simply to drive the family around in complete luxury, then the S90 Recharge, especially with the optional rear air suspension, is sublime. The interior is gorgeous, decked out in high-quality materials, with heated seats that can adjust expansively and provide incredible levels of support. The on-board tech is generous, too, with a slew of collision-avoidance measures and Pilot Assist - Volvo's semi-autonomous driving assistant - present to make even long-distance journeys a breeze.

Numbers matter, however, especially when it comes to hybrids. The S90 plug-in manages EPA estimates of 63 MPGe, or combined gas mileage figures of 30 mpg and the short 21-mile all-electric range isn't too great with the standard battery setup. However, opting for the new extended-range model will see those figures improve to 66 MPGe and 38 miles of pure electric driving. Volvo finds itself in an odd position with the S90 Recharge, giving hybrid buyers more performance than they're accustomed to, but with a price tag in the same ballpark as less-powerful rivals. Provided you're not expecting M5 levels of handling or Tesla levels of acceleration, the S90 Recharge is a solid bet, especially in Extended Range guise.

Both the R-Design and the Inscription retail at an MSRP of $62,095 for 2022, and if you want the benefit of the Extended Range powertrain, you'll need to tack on an additional $1,000 to the sticker price.

These prices exclude a destination charge of $1,045 as well as any US tax, registration, and licensing fees. The T8 powertrain may qualify for federal tax credits, too.