Volvo ES90 Electric Sedan Unveiled With 800V Fast Charging And Multiple Powertrain Options

Volvo has introduced the ES90, its first all-electric sedan, for the global market. Built on the SPA2 platform, the ES90 joins Volvo’s growing EV lineup. It will initially be available in select European countries before expanding to other markets. The sedan features three powertrain options, a 14.5-inch infotainment system and fast-charging capability.

Volvo ES90 Electric Sedan

Volvo officially breaks cover from their all-electric sedan 'ES90'. The ES90 is the sixth electric model from the company, following the EX90, EM90, EX40, EC40 and EX30 . The ES90 is based on Volvo’s SPA2 platform and will be introduced in several European markets first, with more regions to follow.

Volvo ES90: Exterior

Volvo ES90: Exterior and Dimensions

On the Outside, the Volvo ES90 follows its existing EV design language. It features ‘Thor’s Hammer’ LED daytime running lamps at the front, with vertical fog lamps positioned below the headlight clusters. The sedan has a liftback design, a short rear overhang and a flowing roofline. At the rear, it gets the C-shaped tail lamps resembling previous Gen Volvo sedans. The boot capacity is 424 litres, with an additional 22-litre frunk. The boot capacity expands to 733 litres with the rear seats folded down.

Volvo ES90: Interior

Volvo ES90: Interior and Features

On the inside, the Volvo ES90 gets a 14.5-inch portrait-oriented infotainment touchscreen with Google built-in services, including Google Maps and Google Assistant. It also supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 5G connectivity and over-the-air updates. The dashboard includes a 9 inch instrument cluster. Other features include an electrochromic panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting with six themes and an optional 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system.

Volvo ES90

Volvo ES90: Powertrain and Performance

The ES90 is available in three configurations:
Single-motor: 338 bhp, 480 Nm, 0-100 kmph in 6.9 seconds
Twin-motor: 455 bhp, 670 Nm, 0-100 kmph in 5 seconds
Twin-motor Performance: 690 bhp, 870 Nm, 0-100 kmph in 4 seconds
All three variants have a top speed of 180 kmph.

Volvo ES90 Electric Sedan

Volvo ES90: Battery and Charging

The single-motor ES90 has a 92 kWh battery with a WLTP range of up to 650 km. The twin-motor versions come with a 106 kWh battery, providing a range of up to 700 km. The ES90 features an 800V electrical architecture, allowing DC fast charging at up to 350 kW. Volvo claims the battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes, with a 300 km range top-up possible in 10 minutes.

Volvo ES90: Interior

Volvo ES90: Safety and Technology

The Volvo ES90 includes multiple active safety features, such as five radars, seven cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors and a lidar sensor. Volvo has stated that AI and software advancements will contribute to improved safety measures.

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