B6 AWD AWD
What the B6 AWD adds over the B5 AWD
The B6 AWD swaps the base turbocharged four-cylinder for a supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder, raising output from 250 hp to 300 hp and torque from 266 lb-ft to 310 lb-ft. No pricing information is available to weigh those gains against a cost difference.
Pick the B5 AWD if: 250 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque are enough for your needs. · Pick the B6 AWD if: You want the extra 50 hp and 44 lb-ft from the supercharged and turbocharged engine.
Written from the differences listed below only; no outside facts.
| Spec | B5 AWD | B6 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cyl. turbocharged | In-line 4-cyl. supercharged and turbocharged |
Standard here, not on the base trim: In-line 4-cyl. supercharged and turbocharged
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 320 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 66.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 25 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 69.7 in |
| Overall length | 195 in |
| Overall width | 84.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cyl. supercharged and turbocharged |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 300 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 95 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.8 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 40.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37 in |
| Third-row legroom | 31.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double Wishbone Suspension, Coil Springs, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear suspension type | Integral Axle with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety1 std · 0 opt
- Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Brake Assistance (EBA)
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Transverse, all wheel drive
- 8-speed automatic gearbox
- In-line 4-cyl. supercharged and turbocharged
Chassis1 std · 2 opt
- Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering
- Optional Air Suspension (front)optional
- Optional Air Suspension (rear)optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 XC90. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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