Rahul Somvanshi
Volvo has officially unveiled its new flagship electric sedan, the ES90. This latest addition to Volvo’s growing electric lineup combines the elegant design of a sedan with practical features of both fastbacks and SUVs, creating what Volvo calls “a car in a class of its own.”
Breaking New Ground in Electric Technology
The ES90 marks several firsts for Volvo. It’s the company’s first vehicle to feature 800-volt technology, enabling significantly faster charging than previous models. According to Volvo, the ES90 can add 300 kilometers (186 miles) of range in just 10 minutes when connected to a 350 kW fast charging station.
With a 106 kWh battery pack, the ES90 offers an impressive range of up to 700 kilometers (434 miles) under the WLTP testing cycle. This positions it among the longer-range electric vehicles currently available. According to the source documents, this translates to 740 km under the CLTC driving cycle in China.
The sedan’s aerodynamic design contributes to its efficiency with a drag coefficient of 0.25—the lowest of any car Volvo has built. This improved airflow efficiency translates directly to better range and energy consumption.
Distinctive Design with Practical Features
At first glance, the ES90’s profile shows a slightly raised ride height that provides drivers with a more commanding view of the road—a feature typically associated with SUVs. The flowing roofline balances elegant styling with interior space while enhancing aerodynamics.
Volvo’s signature Thor’s Hammer LED headlights feature prominently at the front, while the rear includes distinctive C-shaped LED taillights complemented by additional LED lamps in the rear window, creating a unique lighting signature.
The ES90 offers practical storage solutions with a 424-liter boot that expands to 733 liters when the three individually-folding rear seats are down. There’s also a 22-liter front trunk (frunk) designed specifically for charging cables.
Interior Comfort and Technology
Inside, the ES90 takes advantage of its 3.1-meter wheelbase to provide generous legroom for both front and rear passengers. The interior focuses on premium materials and Scandinavian design principles that have become hallmarks of the Volvo brand.
A panoramic roof comes standard, with an optional electrochromic version that allows passengers to adjust the glass transparency with the touch of a button. The cabin includes a four-zone climate system with an advanced air purifier that’s certified as asthma and allergy friendly, capable of filtering out up to 95 percent of PM 2.5 particulates.
The ES90 features Volvo’s new-generation infotainment system with Google built-in, displayed on a 14.5-inch center touchscreen. A 9-inch driver display and head-up display provide essential driving information. For audio enthusiasts, the top-tier Bowers & Wilkins sound system includes 25 speakers throughout the cabin, including some in the headrests and ceiling.
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Advanced Computing Power and Safety Features
“The ES90 is the first Volvo car to be powered by a dual NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin configuration. That makes it the most powerful car we have ever created in terms of core computing capacity,” says Anders Bell, Volvo’s Chief Engineering and Technology Officer.
This computing power supports Volvo’s comprehensive safety systems. The ES90 comes equipped with five radars, seven cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and a lidar from Luminar Technologies. This sensor array enables the car to “see” beyond human range to help avoid collisions.
The ES90 also includes a driver understanding system that can detect when the driver’s attention has shifted away from the road. Additional safety features include door opening alerts to protect cyclists and pedestrians, as well as a full-cabin occupant sensing system that can detect even subtle movements like a baby’s breathing.
Market Position and Availability
The ES90 joins Volvo’s growing electric lineup as its sixth fully electric model, alongside the EX90, EM90, EX40, EC40, and EX30. Volvo CEO Jim Rowan positions it as a flagship model that “cements our position as an industry leader in software-defined cars that harness the power of core computing.”
The ES90 is currently available for order in 17 European countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Volvo plans to expand availability to other markets later in 2025 and into 2026.
Looking Ahead: Volvo’s Electric Future
The ES90 is built on Volvo’s SPA2 architecture, which also underpins the EX90 SUV. Both vehicles are based on what Volvo calls its “Superset tech stack,” a standardized set of hardware and software modules designed for all upcoming electric cars from the company.
While the ES90 already features 800-volt technology, Volvo has confirmed plans to upgrade the EX90 to the same system in a future model refresh. According to Volvo CEO Jim Rowan, “As we go forward, we’ll move everything to 800 volts—we’ll upgrade the EX90 in one of the model-year changes. And of course, the ES90 starts at 800 [volts], and the EX60 on SPA3 will come out on 800 [volts] as well.”
This suggests Volvo is standardizing its electric vehicle architecture to improve performance, charging times, and manufacturing efficiency across its entire electric lineup. The upcoming EX60, which will be Volvo’s first vehicle on the new SPA3 platform, will have its official unveiling in 2026, with production starting sometime that year as mentioned in the source documents.
A New Chapter for Volvo
The ES90 represents Volvo’s continued commitment to electrification, with the company planning to become fully electric by 2030. As one of the brand’s flagship models alongside the EX90 SUV, the ES90 demonstrates Volvo’s approach to combining electric technology with luxury, safety, and Scandinavian design principles.
With its combination of fast charging, long range, advanced safety features, and premium comfort, the ES90 positions itself to compete with other luxury electric sedans like the Tesla Model S, BMW i5, and Mercedes EQE, as mentioned in the source documents, while offering a distinctive Volvo alternative.
FAQ
What is the driving range of the Volvo ES90?
The Volvo ES90 offers a driving range of up to 700 kilometers (434 miles) under the WLTP testing cycle. This is made possible by its 106 kWh battery pack and efficient aerodynamic design with a drag coefficient of 0.25—the lowest of any Volvo car to date.
How fast can the Volvo ES90 charge?
The ES90 is Volvo’s first vehicle with 800-volt technology, enabling it to add 300 kilometers (186 miles) of range in just 10 minutes when connected to a 350 kW fast charging station. As the first Volvo with 800-volt technology, it offers faster charging capabilities than previous Volvo electric models.
What safety features does the Volvo ES90 have?
The ES90 comes equipped with five radars, seven cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and a lidar system. It features a driver understanding system that detects when attention shifts from the road, door opening alerts to protect cyclists and pedestrians, and a full-cabin occupant sensing system that can detect even subtle movements like a baby’s breathing.
How does the ES90 compare to other Volvo electric models?
The ES90 is Volvo’s flagship electric sedan, joining the EX90 SUV at the top of their electric lineup. It’s the first Volvo to feature 800-volt technology, though this will eventually be added to the EX90 and the upcoming EX60. The ES90 is built on the same SPA2 platform as the EX90 but offers a sedan/fastback body style instead of an SUV design.
When will the Volvo ES90 be available?
The ES90 is currently available for order in 17 European countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Volvo plans to expand availability to other markets later in 2025 and into 2026.
What makes the ES90 different from traditional sedans?
The ES90 combines elements of sedans, fastbacks, and SUVs. It features a slightly raised ride height for a more commanding view of the road, a flowing roofline for better aerodynamics, and a large hatchback-style tailgate instead of a traditional trunk. It also offers generous interior space with a 3.1-meter wheelbase providing ample legroom for rear passengers.
