Chassis/Suspension (2003-2014): Chassis/Suspension: Chassis/Suspension

Fig 1: Identifying Basic Chassis Dimensions

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

Height	Wheelbase	Ground clearance	Chassis height	Weight	Track, front	Track, rear
(A)	(B)	(C)	(D)
1740 mm	2859 mm	219 mm	1, 521mm	1880 - 2110 kg	1634 mm	1624 mm

Most common SUVs (Sports Utility Vehicles) are based on a type of chassis also found on high trucks. The XC90 is constructed like a passenger car, developed to meet the high handling standards. There is equal weight distribution between the front and rear ends due to the laterally mounted engine and four wheel drive.

The center of gravity is lower resulting in excellent directional stability.

Suspension

Front:

Individual suspension with MacPherson springs
Negative steering radius.

Rear:

Individual suspension, Multilink.