NIGHT REVIEW | 2025.5 VOLVO XC90 T8 ULTRA PLUG-IN AT NIGHT (HEADLIGHTS, EXTERIOR & INTERIOR) | 4K

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This night review of the 2025.5 Volvo XC90 T8 Ultra Plug-In Hybrid highlights its updated exterior lighting, particularly the revised Thor's Hammer DRLs and cornering lights, which modernize the aging design. The interior impresses with its ambient lighting, crystal shifter, and the exceptional Bowers & Wilkins audio system, praised as the best the reviewer has experienced. However, the reviewer notes the lack of wireless Apple CarPlay, the reliance on the touchscreen for climate controls, and the surprisingly bare-bones third row with no connectivity options. The electric range is also mentioned as limited at 32 miles. Despite the XC90's decade-old platform, the 2025.5 refresh, especially the front-end updates and premium interior features, helps it remain competitive, though some modern amenities are notably absent.