2018 VOLVO S90 T8 INSCRIPTION REVIEW - SUPERCHARGED TURBO PLUG IN HYBRID LUXURY

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The 2018 Volvo S90 T8 Inscription is presented as a technologically advanced, powerful, and luxurious plug-in hybrid sedan, but its defining characteristic is its counterintuitive design. While the powertrain delivers impressive performance with 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque, the user experience is marred by confusing controls. The crystal shifter requires double-clicks for basic functions, the start/stop button is a rotary dial, and accessing simple features like the rear sun curtain involves multiple screen interactions. The reviewer highlights loud motors for window blockers and a harsh suspension that transmits road imperfections. Despite these significant usability drawbacks, the interior is praised for its luxurious materials, particularly the walnut wood trim and comfortable seats. The exterior design, especially the rear with its distinctive "lobster claw" tail lights, is also a strong point. The reviewer concludes that while the car looks and feels premium, its overwhelming counterintuitiveness makes it difficult to recommend at its $92,000 CAD price point, suggesting it's best suited for tech enthusiasts who don't mind a steep learning curve.