Volvo has unveiled the XC90 Lounge Console Concept at the 2015 Shanghai Motor Show. This concept takes the luxury quotient of the XC90 few notches higher than the Excellence version shown few days ago.

The Lounge Console comes with only 3 seats. The front passenger seat is replaced by a large work table which opens to reveal an illuminated vanity mirror, including a storage tray for jewellery and personal accessories or make-up. The table rotates 90 degrees and simultaneously can be moved  forward to display a large 17” media screen for a full in-car theatre experience. Below the cushioned leg rest is an additional area for shoes. Volvo has included a lockable storage box as well.

Thomas Ingenlath, Senior Vice President Design at Volvo Car Group said “A key element in our thinking was how to make the available interior space work for the occupants in an optimal and luxurious fashion. Removing the passenger seat enabled us to create an open space that dramatically changes the dynamics of the interior and led to a firework of ideas and new possibilities.”

“People who are on the move and have a hectic lifestyle going from event to event or meeting to meeting need some space, some luxury time, and the opportunity to relax and refresh themselves for the next engagement. This is ultimately what the Lounge Console is designed to facilitate,” concluded Thomas Ingenlath.