The 2014 Volvo XC90 may be one of the smaller seven-seat vehicles on the market today, but it's focused on passenger comfort, thanks to its car-based design. It's been a repeat IIHS Top Safety Pick, and in addition to the usual roster of features, there's rear park assist, and an available Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) to warn you of nearby vehicles. Safety is of course a top priority in the XC90, and this model hasn't let us down in any way. For 2014, the softer Sovereign leather is available as on option on the entry-level 3.2 model. Additionally, the ride quality is smooth and stable, with less pitchiness and side-to-side motion than in many other crossovers. The interior is as reconfigurable as any large family might hope for keep the third row down and you'll generally have lots of space for larger grocery runs. The third row can be hard to get to for all but the smallest kids, but the second row feels comfortable and shaped for adults. This model still lives up to Volvo's reputation for excellent seats-especially in the first two rows-and they're worthy of all-day drives. Thanks to three rows of seating, the XC90 can accommodate up to seven and is a good alternative to either the more trucklike SUVs or a well-optioned minivan. Synthetic motor oil is standard on all XC90 models it extends oil-change intervals to 10,000 miles. Yet the XC90 just isn't much fun to drive it's mostly a matter of the detached feel of the steering, even though quick maneuvers are safe and sound. You'll find plenty of power from the 240-horsepower, 3.2-liter six-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic (the V-8 was discontinued last year and is a fading memory), and it's an exceptionally smooth combination with the six-speed automatic. The XC90 performs as well as you might expect from a family-oriented crossover, but there's no reward here for driving enthusiasts. All-wheel drive is now a stand-alone option, as is the Blind Sport Information System, dual-screen rear seat entertainment system, the Red wood steering wheel, and the 19-inch Galateia wheels. The R-Design model also receives the Homelink garage door opener and digital compass and the new Crystal White Metallic paint. This year, the 2014 XC90 3.2 gets the executive c-pillar emblem and floor mats, the folding front passenger seat, 19-inch "Galateia" wheels and the option for the upgraded Sovereign leather.