Volvo has crafted the ES90 with a minimalist aesthetic, featuring signature elements:
- Grille & Lighting: Distinctively Volvo with "Thor's Hammer" T-shaped headlights.
- Taillights: Vertical slats extending alongside the rear window.
- Aerodynamics: Sleek form with a drag coefficient of 0.25.
Drawing inspiration from Scandinavian nature, the interior blends elegance with state-of-the-art features:
- Materials: Natural color palettes with premium finishes.
- Technology:
- 9-inch driver display.
- 14.5-inch central touchscreen with Google and Waze navigation.
- Comprehensive occupant monitoring systems and a Bowers and Wilkins sound system.
- Standard glass roof.
The ES90 utilizes the SPA2 platform, shared with the Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3, offering several drivetrain options:
- Single Motor:
- Configuration: Rear-wheel drive.
- Output: 329 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque.
- Battery: 88 kWh.
- Twin Motor:
- Configuration: All-wheel drive.
- Output: 442 hp and 494 lb-ft of torque.
- Battery: 102 kWh.
- Twin Motor Performance:
- Configuration: All-wheel drive.
- Output: 670 hp and 635 lb-ft of torque.
- Battery: 102 kWh.
Charging capabilities include bidirectional charging and rapid charge times, reaching 10-80% in just 20 minutes with a 350 kW charger.
- Acceleration:
- Single Motor: 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds.
- Twin Motor: 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds.
- Twin Motor Performance: 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds.
- Range: Although EPA figures are yet to be finalized, Volvo estimates:
- Over 400 miles for the Single Motor.
- Over 430 miles for Twin Motor and Performance versions on the Euro WLTP test cycle.
With a length of 196.9 inches, the ES90 stands toe-to-toe with the Tesla Model S, which offers dual-motor and tri-motor configurations. While Tesla provides a sportier driving experience, the ES90 offers a more luxurious and comfortable ride. Prices are expected to start around $80,000, in line with competitors like the Tesla Model S and Volvo EX90.
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The 2026 Volvo ES90 is a luxury electric sedan that showcases Volvo's elegant design language and advanced technology. It competes with Tesla by offering a luxurious driving experience alongside top-tier performance. Keep an eye out for its release later this year.
