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1110 km/h The Volvo ES90 is shaping up to be a sleek, powerful, and forward-thinking electric sedan that upholds Volvo’s reputation for safety and Scandinavian design—while also delivering cutting-edge EV performance and tech. Want to explore how it stacks up against the Lucid Air, BMW i5, or Audi A6 e-tron? Let me know!
Official Overview & Design
- New electric flagship sedan: The 2026 Volvo ES90 is an entirely ground-up electric vehicle, not a mere EV variant of the S90; it’s built on Volvo’s SPA2 platform, shared with the EX90 SUV.
- Liftback design: It combines traditional sedan cues with a hatch-style tailgate for better cargo access, along with a tall, coupe-like roofline for a bold silhouette.
- Cargo volume: The boot holds around 424 L, expandable to 1,256 L with seats folded; there’s also a 22 L frunk for extra storage.
Performance, Powertrains & Range
Three configurations:
- Single Motor RWD (~329 hp)
- Twin Motor AWD (~442 hp)
- Twin Motor Performance AWD (~670 hp)
Battery sizes:
- ~92 kWh (88 kWh usable) for single motor
- ~106 kWh (102 kWh usable) for dual-motor versions
Driving range:
- Single Motor: ~340 miles
- Twin Motor: Up to ~370 miles (EPA) or 434 miles (700 km) WLTP
Acceleration:
- 0–60 mph in ~6.7 s (single motor)
- ~5.3 to 5.5 s (dual motor)
- ~3.9 to 4.0 s in Performance trim
Charging & Tech Highlights
800-volt architecture enables ultra-fast charging:
- Gain around 186 miles (300 km) in just 10 minutes
- Full 10–80% in about 20 minutes at 350 kW stations
Advanced computing:
Twin Nvidia DRIVE AGX Orin systems offering up to 508 TOPS, part of Volvo’s Superset tech stack—boosting safety, in-car AI, and over-the-air feature updates
Market Position & Strategy
- Luxury electric competitor: Positioned directly against the Audi A6 e-tron, BMW i5, Lucid Air—and even the Tesla Model S.
- Volvo’s EV roadmap: Represents the brand’s continued electrification push, aiming for 90–100% electrified sales by 2030. It also signals the likely end of the ICE-powered S90 in the U.S., with Volvo pivoting fully to EV sedans like the ES90
Quick Snapshot
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Platform | SPA2 (EV-specific) |
| Powertrains | Single RWD, Twin AWD, Twin Performance AWD |
| Battery | ~92 kWh (single), ~106 kWh (dual) |
| Range | ~340 miles – ~370 miles (EPA); ~434 miles (WLTP) |
| Charge Time | +186 miles in 10 min; 10–80% in ~20 min |
| Acceleration | 0–60 mph in 6.7 s to ~3.9 s |
| Tech | 800V, Nvidia Orin, Superset, OTA updates |
| Cargo Volume | 424 L (boot), 22 L (frunk), 1,256 L folded |
| Combined Efficiency | 192 Wh/km |
|---|---|
| Total System Power | 330 kW (449 PS) |
| Total Torque | 670 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h |
| Drive | AWD (dual motor) |
Price & Regional Availability
| Country/Region | MSRP | Order/On-Sale | Status / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £82,750 | Since Mar 2025 | Available to order |
| The Netherlands | €85,995 | Since Mar 2025 | Available to order |
| Germany | €88,990 | Since Mar 2025 | Available to order |
| North America | $70,000-$80,000 | Since Mar 2025 | Available to order |
| South America | — | TBD | Not listed |
Prices shown are recommended retail prices for the specified countries and do not include any indirect incentives. Pricing and included options can differ by region. Dates shown are order dates.
Real-World Range Estimates
Between 385-750 km
| Condition | City | Highway (110 km/h) | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 750 km | 495 km | 605 km |
| 🌦️ Average Weather | — | — | 530 km |
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 510 km | 385 km | 450 km |
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: “worst-case” based on −10 °C and use of heating. Mild weather: “best-case” based on 23 °C and no use of A/C. For “Highway” figures a constant speed of 110 km/h is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
Long Distance Suitability (1-Stop Range)
| First Stop Distance | 390 km | First Stop Duration | 3h 33min |
| Charging Stop | 0km | Charging Stop | 15 min |
| Second Stop Distance | 261 km | Second Stop Duration | 2h 22min |
| Total Distance | 651 km | Total Duration | 6h 10min |
| Weather | 1-Stop Range |
|---|---|
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 744 km |
| 🌦️ Average Weather | 651 km → ★★★★½ |
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 578 km |
The “long distance suitability” is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes. Assignment of Stars in 2025 — 0★: <200 km; 1★: 200–325 km; 2★: 325–450 km; 3★: 450–575 km; 4★: 575–700 km; 5★: >700 km. Half-stars are possible via linear interpolation.
Battery Details
| Nominal / Usable Capacity | 106.0 kWh / 102.0 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery Type / Cathode | Lithium-ion • NCM |
| Architecture | 800 V |
| Cells / Pack Config / Form Factor / Name | No data |
| Warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
Battery specs per EV-Database page.
Charging Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Home / Destination (AC) | Type 2 (left-rear); onboard charger 11 kW AC. 0→full ≈ 11 h; ≈ 49 km/h. |
| Fast DC (CCS) | CCS (left-rear); peak 350 kW; average ~225 kW (10→80%). 10→80% ≈ 20 min; up to ~1110 km/h. |
| Plug & Charge | Supported (ISO 15118-2). |
| Autocharge | Supported. |
| Battery Preconditioning | Supported; automatic when navigating to a DC fast charger. |
Home & Destination Charging (0 → 100%)
Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Volvo ES90 Twin Motor. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full. Charging in Europe differs by country (1-phase vs 3-phase).
| Europe — Type 2 (Mennekes IEC 62196) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time (0→100%) | Rate |
| Wall Plug (230 V / 1×10 A) | 2.3 kW | 2.3 kW | 52 h 15 m | 10 km/h |
| 1-Phase 16 A (230 V) | 3.7 kW | 3.7 kW | 32 h 30 m | 16 km/h |
| 1-Phase 32 A (230 V) | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW | 16 h 15 m | 33 km/h |
| 3-Phase 16 A (400 V) | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 h | 48 km/h |
| 3-Phase 32 A (400 V) | 22 kW | 11 kW † | 11 h | 48 km/h |
† limited by onboard charger
Fast Charging (10 → 80%)
Connector: Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2). Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest time. Charging power will decrease significantly after ~80% SoC; typical rapid sessions end at or before 80%.
| Charging Point | Max. Power | Average Power | Time (10→80%) | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCS 50 kW | 50 kW | 50 kW | 90 min | 240 km/h |
| CCS 100 kW | 100 kW | 90 kW † | 50 min | 440 km/h |
| CCS 150 kW | 150 kW | 125 kW † | 36 min | 610 km/h |
| CCS 175 kW | 175 kW | 140 kW † | 32 min | 690 km/h |
| CCS 350 kW | 350 kW | 225 kW † | 20 min | 1110 km/h |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle. Autocharge: automatic session start at supported CCS stations (supported). Plug & Charge: automatic session start per ISO 15118 (supported). Actual charging rates may differ due to temperature, battery state, site load, and driving style.
Claimed Charging Specs (Manufacturer)
Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point • Avg. Power: average power over 10→80% • Time: 10→80% session time • Rate: average speed over 10→80%.
| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 350 kW | 10 % | 80 % | 20 min |
Performance & Drivetrain
| Total Power / Torque | 330 kW (449 PS) • 670 Nm |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h |
| Drive | AWD (dual-motor) |
| Real Range | 530 km |
Energy Consumption & Efficiency
| Standard / Basis | Range | Rated Consumption | Vehicle Consumption | Fuel-eq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Range | 530 km | — | 192 Wh/km | 2.2 L/100 km (veh.) |
| WLTP | 700 km | 171 Wh/km | 146 Wh/km | 1.9 / 1.6 L/100 km |
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High (if applicable). Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer; rated consumption and fuel-equivalency include charging losses. Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation
| Scenario | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 200 Wh/km | 265 Wh/km | 227 Wh/km |
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 136 Wh/km | 206 Wh/km | 169 Wh/km |
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: worst-case (−10 °C with heating). Mild weather: best-case (23 °C without A/C). Highway assumes 110 km/h. The energy use will depend on speed, style, climate and route conditions.
Dimensions & Weight
| L × W × H | 5000 × 1942 × 1546 mm (width with mirrors 2120 mm) |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 3102 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) / GVWR / Payload | 2628 kg / 3040 kg / 487 kg |
| Cargo Volume (seats up / max / frunk) | 446 L / 1256 L / 22 L |
| Roof Load | 75 kg |
| Tow Hitch | Possible • 750 kg unbraked / 2000 kg braked • 100 kg vertical load |
| Turning Circle | 11.8 m |
| Platform | Volvo SPA2 • EV-dedicated |
| Body / Segment / Roof Rails | Liftback Sedan • F – Luxury • No |
| Heat Pump | Yes (standard) |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
| Capability | Status | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) | No data | Power external devices from vehicle |
| V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) | No data | Home backup / whole-home power |
| V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) | No data | Export to grid |
| BPT (Battery Power Transfer) | No data | Umbrella term for bidirectional features |
V2X/BPT capabilities as indicated by the EV-Database entry (no specific figures listed).
Miscellaneous
| Seats / ISOFIX | 5 seats • ISOFIX ×2 |
|---|---|
| Segment | F – Luxury |
| EV-Dedicated Platform | Yes |
* = estimated value where indicated. Average energy consumption and range are based on moderate climate and driving style. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.
1-Stop Range Definition ⚡
For vehicles without fast-charging capability, only the distance of the first stop is considered.
🚗 Driving Profile
- Begin with a fully charged battery
- Stop 1: Drive until the battery reaches 10% state-of-charge (SoC)
- Perform a 15-minute fast charge
- Stop 2: Continue driving until the battery again reaches 10% SoC
📋 Assumptions
- Driving speed, climate, and environmental conditions are based on Real Range Highway data
- No additional time required to initiate or stop the charging session
- The charging station always delivers the maximum power requested by the vehicle
- The battery is assumed to be in optimal health and condition
⚠️ Important Note : In real-world driving, it is practically impossible to replicate these conditions exactly.
This benchmark should therefore be viewed as a comparative metric, designed to evaluate vehicles under standardized conditions rather than predict exact trip distances.
5-Star Rating Definition
Assignment of Stars in 2025
- ☆ 0 less than 200 km
- ★ from 200 km to 325 km
- ★★ from 325 km to 450 km
- ★★★ from 450 km to 575 km
- ★★★★ from 575 km to 700 km
- ★★★★★ more than 700 km
Based on 2025 thresholds: 3 stars awarded for 490 km average. Half-stars interpolated. Vehicles with a rating between these values receive a rating based on a linear scale.
Fast Charging (10 -> 80%)
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80% Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
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