Electric SUV for 2025 Volvo EX90

With more space than an XC90 and up to 310 miles of range, the ultraquiet EV presents. Volvo claims that fresh EPA data shows range for the 2025 EX90 of either 300 or 310 miles, up from 296 or 308 miles. We have changed the narrative that follows to incorporate the recently released numbers—not yet posted on EPA's website.

With the debut of the Volvo EX90 2025, Volvo is stepping boldly toward its electrified future. It has been fermenting for a long time, but at last the new Volvo flagship EV is here. The EX90 is a dual-motor electric SUV for those who haven't been following along; its floor-spanning lithium-ion battery stores 107.0 kWh of usable energy and can provide a claimed 300 to 310 miles of range. Still, it's essentially a Volvo.

A Familiar Shape

From the rear three-quarter aspect especially, the new EX90 appears on the outside as a revised form of the Volvo XC90. It stands 1.6 inches wider and runs 3.3 inches longer, yet it rides on the same 117.5-inch wheelbase. Looking at the front, though, you can clearly see the two differ: The EX90 lacks grille aperture between the Thor's- Hammer headlights. Oh, and there's the not minor issue of the lidar sensor-containing slight protrusion above the glass. That is obvious.

Though it appears somewhat different from the XC90 inside, the EX90 nonetheless resembles a Volvo rather greatly. Mounted on the steering column, the small screen facing the driver can move with the steering-wheel adjustment. Orientated portrait-style, the central screen has a very big 14.5 inch width. Google drives it, but it also supports Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay.

Whereas the left-hand one is for turn signals and wipers, the shifter has migrated to the right stalk. Only the stereo has physical control anywhere on the console. Volvo expects you to press a touchscreen button to move the mirrors or adjust the steering column, which activates the suitable menu. You do this once and store it to your profile; but, we will see how it turns out. In the interest of simplicity, Volvo has also copied VW in its driver window controls, using only left and right buttons but adding a toggle (and a light) to mark front and rear.

All of this exists against a wonderful backdrop of environmentally friendly materials. Volvo made great effort to replicate exquisite Scandinavian furniture, and it mostly works. We tasted two such spaces, one with a wool-blend upholstery created from responsibly made wool and recycled polyester. Another was Dawn quilted Nordico, an upholstery free of leather. Given the gorgeous wood details they matched, both looked fantastic.

On the Move

There are two offered variations of the powerplant. While the Performance Powertrain raise that to 510 horses and 671 lb-ft, the basic one delivers 402 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. In essence, the more strong one swaps in a larger back motor; otherwise the coaxial permanent-magnet motors are the same. Both are active in either instance, but the rear one shuts down as you are approaching cruise speed, thereby leaving front-wheel drive. On the twisties, though, the rear motor can vector torque to support agility. Volvo claims the two powertrains are good for runs to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds for the basic version and 4.7 seconds for the Performance arrangement, although we expect they will do somewhat better.

We drove the Performance model; doubt none of the above. Despite our sample car's roughly three-ton curb weight, which was loaded to the gills, the huge EX90 moved out smartly. But the flexibility of the suspension caught even more attention. Given the 22-inch wheels on our car, this was unexpected given you would have assumed the car had more sidewall. Most certainly, the dual-chamber air springs (up from one-chamber ones in the XC90) had something to do with it. The suspension can handle rear-axle load leveling to boot and lower the car 0.4 inch at 43 mph and 0.8 inch at 62 mph. Adaptive dampers connected with the air springs automatically change the damping to fit circumstances. With only the odd tug while you're hustling, it all neatly smooths out the road.

Although the steering is also well balanced, our main observation is one of pure silence; we say this knowing full awareness that EVs are silent. This one exists on still another level. And that's a benefit given our car included the optional Bowers & Wilkins radio, which can replicate Dolby Atmos sound throughout its 25-speaker system. On the road, you want an ideal backdrop for amazing sound? It is this. You may also read this: Innovations in the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6

EX90 Pricing

Starting at $81,290, some $6195 more than the PHEV XC90 Plus, the EX90's entrance point is the Plus version. Features of this fully equipped electric vehicle include Volvo's Pilot Assist, parking assist, 360-degree camera, digital key, air purifier, head-up display, Bose premium music, 20-inch wheels. From there, you can add $5000 for the Performance powertrain or $4350 for the Ultra package, which carries with it air springs, adaptive dampers, soft-close doors, massaging front seats, laminated rear windows, and 21-inch wheels. On the Ultra, two choices include a Bower & Wilkins premium sound system for $3200 and 22-inch wheels for $800. On every model, six-passenger seating is available for $500.

Volvo's silence thus far is related to the hands-free driving capability, which will ultimately be turned on in some limited capacity most likely starting with limited-access highways. The tip-off is the lidar sensor, although all EX90s will feature five radars, plus eight cameras, and sixteen ultrasonic sensors. Volvo will send an over-the-air upgrade whenever the required approvals come in.

Any trim level makes the Volvo EX90 a deserving addition to the range. It demonstrates Volvo's capabilities when it wants to create an electric vehicle: create a fantastic automobile that just so happens to be electric.