Displays and Controls

Head-Up Display

~2min read

Option/Accessory.

The head-up display is a complement to the instrument panel and projects information from the instrument panel onto the windshield. The projected images can only be seen from the driver's seat.

Volvo XC90. Head-up display

The head-up display projects warnings and information related to speed, cruise control functions, navigation, etc. onto the windshield in the driver's field of vision. Traffic information and incoming phone calls can also be shown on the head-up display.

  • Using polarized sunglasses
  • Driving position where the driver is not centered on the seat
  • Objects on the glass cover of the display unit
  • Unfavorable lighting conditions.
Volvo XC90. Head-up display

Examples of what can be shown on the display.

Volvo XC90. Head-up display Speed

Volvo XC90. Head-up display Cruise control

Volvo XC90. Head-up display Navigation

Volvo XC90. Head-up display Road signs

A number of symbols may be projected temporarily onto the head-up display including:

Volvo XC90. Head-up display If the warning symbol appears, read the warning message in the instrument panel.

Volvo XC90. Head-up display If the information symbol appears, read the warning message in the instrument panel.

Volvo XC90. Head-up display The snowflake symbol will illuminate if there is a risk of slippery conditions.

City safety during an ongoing event

If a collision warning is given, the information in the head-up display will be replaced by a City Safety warning signal. This graphic will illuminate even if the head-up display is turned off.

Volvo XC90. Head-up display

The warning symbol for City Safety will flash to get the driver's attention if there is a risk of collision.

Test yourself

A quick Volvo XC90 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.