Volvo’s all-new S90, which succeeds the S80, is the carmaker’s latest attempt at breaking into the executive saloon segment. The S90’s dimensions are slightly larger than those of the BMW 5 Series – it is clear that Volvo has the 5er squarely in its sights.
Instead of attempting to match the Bimmer’s performance, this Volvo will aim to impress with safety features such as Intellisafe Assist, a suite of technologies that includes Adaptive Cruise Control, and Pilot Assist as standard.
Pilot Assist works by delivering steering inputs to help keep the vehicle within lane markings, at speeds of up to 130km/h.
The system still requires the driver’s attention, though, for it is immediately deactivated when he takes his hands off the steering wheel.
The S90 will arrive in Singapore in the third quarter of this year.
