With the gradual shift away from large SUVs, shoppers are finding a growing number of midsize SUVs and crossovers that offer all the same utility with the added benefits of increased comfort and car-like handling. The Volvo XC90 is one among that bunch, but it faces increasing competition from new entries and improved models already on the market. Many of those rides offer not only traditional variants, but also sportier trims, and to compete with them, Volvo needs a direct competitor of its own.