VOLVO has revealed that the latest version of its' flagship hybrid SUV, the XC90, will cost from £63,790 with first UK deliveries expected early next year.

That's the price for the entry level mild hybrid version, but buyers wanting to push the boat out on the flagship, fully-equipped plug-in hybrid version will face a bill of over £84,000.

The petrol-electric plug-in hybrid offers up to 44 miles of electric driving, says Volvo, with battery recharging from empty to full taking from three hours.

And it's no slouch, with a 310bhp petrol engine and a 145bhp electric motor combining to provide aceeleration from 0-60mph in just over five seconds. The mild-hybrid petrol model delivers 250hp - good enough for a 0-60mph sprint time of around 7.5 seconds.

The revised model is distinguished by fresh exterior design details that create a stronger visual connection to its fully electric counterpart, the EX90 SUV. The changes include a new grille treatment, slimmer headlight units and a reprofiled bonnet and front bumper.

Inside, the principal change is the introduction of a new, free-standing 11.2-inch touchscreen control system. The unit - like the one introduced in the EX30 and EX90 models - has a higher-resolution display and is designed for easier, more intuitive operation. It brings one-touch access to the most frequently used functions and apps, as well as the new model's drive mode settings in plug-in hybrid versions.

The new model retains its' predecessor's fully flexible seven-seat layout and a load compartment offering 680 litres of storage space in the mild-hybrid petrol versions and 640 litres in the plug-in hybrid.

There's a choice of three equipment grades - Core, Plus and Ultra with entry level Core versions equipped as standard with four-zone climate control, heated front and outer middle-row seats, and a heated steering wheel.

In addition to the new 11.2-inch touchscreen the spec now includes larger, 20-inch alloy wheels with a contrasting black and diamond-cut finish. Other features include matrix LED headlights, a reversing camera and a full array of systems for active and passive safety protection, and driver warning and assistance.

Plus versions, priced from £68,790, add adaptive dampers and electronic air suspension, a 360-degree surround-view camera system and side proximity sensors, a tilt-and-slide panoramic sunroof with sunshade and an upgraded audio system, with a 600W Harman Kardon set-up, complete with 13 speakers.

At the top of the range, the Ultra versions, costingupwards of £75,290, have 21-inch alloy wheels, laminated glass, dark-tinted rear windows with integrated side window shades, ventilated and perforated Nappa leather upholstery, and front seats with a built-in massage function and power-adjustable side bolsters. The audio experience moves further up the scale with a 1400W Bowers & Wilkins 18-speaker system.