Volvo XC90 Sensus System

We’ve all seen – and dreamed about – those sci-fi movies where humans and technology can connect and work together seamlessly. It’s a vision of the future that becoming more and more of a reality each day – a careful symbiosis of both man and machine, working in unison to achieve a greater goal. It’s an exciting thought, and it seems as though it’s slowly coming to fruition with each passing year.

But between all the wearable tech and innovative communication technologies we laud as visions of the future, there’s one place in which the future can’t seem to arrive fast enough – and with so many impressive improvements over the past decade, that dream is becoming reality with each passing model year. That technology, of course, is the connectivity and entertainment technology found in your vehicle. This is the stuff we use every day – almost mindlessly – to stay happy and entertained on the road. And among these, few impress consumers and critics alike quite like the Sensus infotainment system on the new Volvo XC90.

If you haven’t been over to check out the Volvo Xc90 in NJ near you to see this amazing Sensus system yet, here’s a quick rundown of why we’re so impressed by the tech Volvo has managed to seamlessly integrate into its impressive new vehicle.

Intuitive Design

In a dramatic – and yet surprisingly simple – shift from industry patterns, Volvo decided to orient its massive center console touchscreen vertically, as opposed to the usual horizontal. This actually proves to be more intuitive for the driver, requiring less scrolling through menus and an easier angle for the driver to interact safely from the driver’s seat.

This portrait-oriented screen combines with simple, physical buttons you can feel under your fingers and innovative voice-control that can handle complicated tasks. Volvo designed this system with fluidity in mind and, according to Dr. Peter Mertens from Volvo’s Research and Development team, “is so logical that it will become part of your muscle memory very quickly.”

Customizable and Personalizable

Not only does access to the XC90’s Sensus system give the driver access to the vehicle’s more complicated technical features, but it can also remember your distinct settings for music, navigation, communication, and everything else for personalized settings that are stored in the system. This way, each driver can store their custom settings in the XC90 and activate them seamlessly upon entering the vehicle.

Sound To Blow Your Passengers Away

For true audiophiles looking for a symphony-quality sound in their beloved Volvo, no system can beat the amazing 12-channel, 19-speaker premium sound system by Bowers & Wilkins that can reproduce concert-hall level acoustics in the comfort of your Volvo’s cabin. Stream music from the internet or connect your MP3 or a CD for all your musical needs, and don’t forget to try out Apple CarPlay – new to Volvo in the XC90 – to seamlessly integrate up to 5 iPhones for total streaming music power.

As you can see, the Sensus system found standard on the new 2016 Volvo Xc90 is no joke when it comes to intuitive design and premium features. Whether you’re unsatisfied with your infotainment system or simply love finding out all the amazing things about this great Volvo, this tech system is easily one of the most impressive we’ve ever seen – and we can’t wait to see where Volvo goes from there.