The 2027 Volvo XC90 Plus is the trim level that most XC90 buyers choose — and for good reason. It takes everything the Core includes and adds a meaningful set of upgrades that improve the daily ownership experience in specific, noticeable ways. For 2027, Harman Kardon Premium Sound is now standard on Plus, making the upgrade from Core more compelling than ever.
Bottom Line: The XC90 Plus delivers Harman Kardon audio as standard (new for 2027), sun curtains, 360-degree camera, 21-inch wheels, laminated glass, and access to B6 and T8 powertrains — for buyers who want a complete and well-specified XC90 without Ultra pricing.
- Available in B5, B6, and T8 AWD powertrains — the only trim to offer all three
- Harman Kardon Premium Sound now standard (upgraded from High Performance Sound for 2027)
- 360-degree camera, sun curtains, 21-inch wheels, and laminated side glass added over Core
What Plus Adds Over Core
Harman Kardon Premium Sound — Now Standard
The most significant change for 2027 is the inclusion of Harman Kardon as standard on Plus. Previously a step-up feature, Harman Kardon is now the base audio system on all Plus configurations — B5, B6, and T8. The 14-speaker system delivers noticeably richer, more accurate sound than the High Performance Sound system in Core.
For buyers who spend meaningful time in the car — daily commutes from Huntington to Melville, weekend drives to the Hamptons, school pickup circuits in Northport — Harman Kardon as a daily baseline is a genuine quality-of-life improvement.
360-Degree Camera with Side Park Assist
The Plus upgrades from the Core’s forward/rear camera to a full 360-degree bird’s-eye camera system with front, rear, and side park assist sensors. In Huntington Village’s tight parking situations and the increasingly congested North Shore commercial areas, the 360-degree view is genuinely useful on a daily basis.
Laminated Glass, Side Windows
Plus includes laminated side windows — a feature that reduces road noise transmission into the cabin, dampens external audio, and provides additional structural integrity. The acoustic improvement is noticeable at highway speeds and makes the XC90 Plus significantly quieter inside than the Core.
Sun Curtains, Rear Side Doors — New Standard for 2027
Sun curtains for the rear side doors are now standard on Plus for 2027. This is a meaningful comfort feature for rear passengers — particularly children in car seats or booster positions — on Long Island summer days when direct sunlight through rear windows creates significant heat and glare.
21-Inch Wheels as Standard
The Plus includes 21-inch 5-multi spoke black diamond cut alloy wheels as standard — an upgrade from the Core’s 20-inch setup. The larger wheel fills the XC90’s wheel arch proportions more completely. A 22-inch option is available as an additional upgrade.
Integrated Center Booster Cushion (7-Passenger)
The Plus in 7-passenger configuration includes the integrated second-row center booster cushion as standard. This built-in booster seat deploys for child passengers and folds flat when unused — a daily convenience for families who regularly mix adult and child second-row passengers.
Powertrain Flexibility
The Plus is uniquely flexible in powertrain selection — it is the only trim available in all three: B5 AWD (247 hp), B6 AWD (295 hp), and T8 AWD plug-in hybrid (401 hp). For buyers who want a specific powertrain:
- B5 Plus: The value-focused combination — maximum feature content at the most accessible Plus price
- B6 Plus: The performance sweet spot — 295 horsepower with the full Plus feature set
- T8 Plus: Plug-in hybrid capability with Plus features — the most popular XC90 configuration overall
B6 and T8 powertrains require Plus or above — buyers who want either of these powertrains must choose Plus as their minimum trim.
"The Plus in T8 is our most consistent seller across the XC90 lineup. Most families find everything they need at Plus — the 360 camera, Harman Kardon, sun curtains — and the T8 adds the electric daily driving and 401 horsepower on top. It's a very complete package."
General Manager, Volvo Cars of Huntington
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harman Kardon actually new on Plus for 2027? Yes — in the 2026 XC90, Harman Kardon was a step-up feature on Plus (not standard). For 2027, it is included as standard equipment on all Plus trims.
Does Plus include ventilated front seats? Not as standard — ventilated front seats require the Ultra trim (Nappa leather, ventilated as standard). The Plus’s Nordico seating is non-ventilated standard.
Can I add the Lounge Package to the XC90 Plus? No — the Lounge Package (backrest massage and Nubuck headliner) is available only on the Ultra trim, not Plus.
Is the 22-inch wheel available on Plus? Yes — 22-inch wheels are an optional upgrade on both Plus and Ultra.
Does Plus include the Graphical Head-Up Display? No — the head-up display is standard on Ultra only. It is not available on Plus.
The XC90 Plus is available to experience at Volvo Cars of Huntington, serving Huntington, Northport, Commack, and Melville. Contact our team.
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