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Overview
The Volvo XC90 has long been synonymous with Scandinavian comfort, safety, and refinement rather than aggressive, track-oriented dynamics. German specialist Heico Sportiv has set out to change that perception with a comprehensive upgrade package for the refreshed 2025 XC90. The goal: give Volvo's flagship SUV the visual presence, sharper stance, and extra performance to compete with BMW M and Mercedes-AMG SUVs.
Design and Exterior Upgrades
Front End and Aerodynamics
Heico Sportiv builds on the XC90's subtle 2025 facelift by fitting a nine-piece front bumper extension and decorative trim finished in piano black. The treatment sharpens the intakes and adds an angular, more aggressive face that stands out from the factory look while retaining Volvo's design language.
Wheels, Ride Height and Suspension
A new set of Volution sport alloy wheels with a five-spoke motif is offered up to 22 inches in diameter. Buyers can combine the wheels with optional spacers and sport springs or choose revised software for the adaptive air suspension to lower the SUV by up to 30 mm (1.2 inches), improving stance and cornering behavior.
Rear Styling and Exhaust
At the rear, Heico Sportiv adds a three-piece skirt that integrates Audi-style quad tailpipes for a sportier visual cue. Those quad pipes can be paired with an active Heico Sportiv sports exhaust featuring flap control to increase acoustic presence on demand. Because the XC90 underwent modest revisions in its facelift, the rear components are compatible with XC90 models produced since 2016. The performance exhaust fits both B5 (diesel/gasoline) and T8 (PHEV) variants.
Interior Enhancements
Inside, optional bespoke items include a handcrafted sport steering wheel with a flat-bottom profile, pronounced thumb grips, and premium leather mixed with Alcantara. These touches aim to deliver a more driver-focused feel without compromising the XC90's upscale cabin ambience.
Performance and Technical Specifications
Heico Sportiv offers ECU recalibration that raises the XC90's output to about 500 hp — a meaningful increase over the factory T8 plug-in hybrid's combined 449 hp (335 kW / 455 PS). In addition, the tuner can disable the 180 km/h (112 mph) top-speed limiter where legally permissible, for example on unrestricted Autobahn sections. Suspension tweaks, wheel fitment, and a sport exhaust further refine handling and engine response.
Market Positioning and Comparisons
With this package, the XC90 moves from a comfort-first, luxury SUV toward a more performance-oriented offering. Heico Sportiv's modifications aim to place the Volvo in direct visual and dynamic competition with performance SUVs bearing BMW M and Mercedes-AMG badges, while retaining Volvo's core strengths in safety and interior quality.
Pricing, Availability and Compatibility
The basic styling kit with quad tailpipes is priced at €4,411 (about $5,100). Adding the active sports exhaust raises the price to €7,302 (roughly $8,500). Final cost grows with optional engine, suspension, wheel, and interior upgrades. Heico Sportiv says the range will be available from September 2025 and that the parts comply with Swiss regulations. Fitment compatibility extends to XC90 models from 2016 onward, but customers should confirm exact compatibility for specific model years and fueltrains.
Conclusion
Heico Sportiv’s package transforms the XC90’s temperament, dialing up aggression, sound, and performance without erasing the SUV’s luxury character. For buyers who want a more dynamic Volvo that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with BMW M and Mercedes-AMG rivals while still offering the practicality and refinement of the XC90, these upgrades present an attractive, factory-compatible option.
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