Volvo Cars unveiled the new ES90 electric vehicle (EV) for the first time in the world and began accepting orders in select markets on March 5, 2025 (local time). The newly announced ES90 EV by Volvo Cars is attracting attention as an innovative model that will breathe new life into the electric vehicle market. The ES90 is an all-new concept electric vehicle that combines Volvo’s long-standing reputation for safety, design, and the latest technology, and skillfully incorporates elements of a sedan, five-door coupe, and SUV.
Volvo unveils new EV “ES90” for the first time
World premiere and order start for the new EV “ES90”:
- Volvo Cars has announced the new EV “ES90” and has begun accepting orders in some markets.
- The sixth model in Volvo’s EV lineup.
Equipped with next-generation core computer:
- Equipped with a next-generation core computer that achieves eight times the performance of conventional models.
- Adopts software-defined vehicle (SDV) technology that evolves over time.
Innovative Design:
- A new style that combines elements of a sedan, five-door coupe, and SUV.
- It combines sophisticated elegance, versatility, spacious interior space and high ground clearance.
800V technology and charging performance:
- Volvo’s first 800V technology.
- A 350kW fast charge can add 300km of range in 10 minutes.
- It offers a range of up to 700km in the WLTP test cycle.
Performance and lineup:
- The top-of-the-line version produces 671 horsepower and can reach 100 km/h in 4 seconds.
- The 102kWh battery can travel up to 700km.
- Single motor and dual motor lineup.
Interior space and technology:
- Spacious interior and comfortable Scandinavian design.
- a 9.0-inch digital instrument tablet and a large 14.5-inch touchscreen.
- Equipped with Lidar for semi-autonomous driving
Global Reach:
- Orders now being accepted in Europe.
- Other markets are planned for late 2025 and 2026.
- The timing of its introduction in Japan has not yet been decided.
About Volvo’s new EV “ES90”
The biggest feature of the ES90 is that it is equipped with a next-generation core computer that achieves eight times the performance of conventional models. This allows the vehicle to evolve over time and always stay up to date. As Anders Bell, Head of Engineering and Technology at Volvo Cars, said, the ES90 is the most powerful car Volvo has ever developed, and the company aims to further improve safety and performance through data, software and AI.
The ES90 is also Volvo’s first to use 800V technology, offering longer range and faster charging than any other Volvo EV to date. Using a 350kW fast-charging station, the car can add up to 300km of range in just 10 minutes, and can go up to 700km in the WLTP test cycle. This excellent charging performance provides peace of mind for both everyday use and long-distance journeys.
About the exterior design of Volvo’s new EV “ES90”
Volvo ES90
In terms of design, the ES90 combines the refined elegance of a sedan, the versatility of a five-door coupe, and the spacious interior and high ground clearance of an SUV. This makes it versatile enough to suit a variety of lifestyles and needs. Its imposing body, measuring over five meters in length, captivates with its powerful front fascia, smooth body lines, and sporty fastback shape.
Interior design of Volvo’s new EV “ES90”
The interior features a 9.0-inch digital instrument tablet, a large 14.5-inch portrait-style touchscreen, and brightly colored Scandinavian-style materials, creating a high-quality, comfortable space. The ES90 boasts particularly spacious rear seats, surpassing those of its competitors thanks to its 3.1mm longer wheelbase. Another major attraction of the ES90 is that it is equipped with a practical liftback despite being a sedan.
Volvo’s new EV “ES90” specifications
The ES90 offers a wide range of models, from a 328hp single-motor model to a 671hp dual-motor performance model. The top-of-the-line model accelerates to 100km/h in just 4.0 seconds, and offers uncompromising driving performance. Furthermore, all models are limited to a top speed of 180km/h to ensure safety.
Volvo Cars CEO Jim Rowan described the ES90 as “a true premium Volvo, combining cutting-edge technology, Scandinavian design and superior comfort, designed to enhance our customers’ quality of life.” As one of Volvo’s flagship models, the ES90 aims to establish Volvo as a leader in software-defined cars, leveraging the power of core computing.
With the ES90, Volvo aims to explore new possibilities for electric vehicles and contribute to the realization of a sustainable mobility society. With a high level of combination of safety, comfort and environmental friendliness, the ES90 will set a new standard in the electric vehicle market.
Safety features of Volvo’s new EV “ES90”
Additionally, the ES90 is based on Volvo Cars’ Superset tech stack, which improves overall performance and safety technology throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle. All Superset-based models will receive rapid access to the latest features through over-the-air updates (OTA). This means the vehicle always has the latest software and features, a key element in improving the user experience.
Volvo launches new EV “ES90”
The ES90 has already been introduced in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK, with expansion to other markets planned from late 2025 through 2026. The timing of its introduction in Japan has yet to be decided, but many Japanese consumers are likely eagerly awaiting the arrival of this innovative EV.
The ES90 is more than just a means of transportation; it is a partner that enriches users’ lifestyles and offers new experiences. With the ES90, Volvo Cars is taking a new step towards a sustainable future and expanding the possibilities of electric vehicles.
A word from the editorial department
Volvo’s long-awaited new EV, the ES90, is a vehicle that truly brings together the pinnacle of technology and design. Its innovative design, which combines elements of a sedan, coupe, and SUV, overturns previous concepts of EVs and signals the arrival of a new era.
Of particular note is the adoption of a next-generation core computer and 800V technology, which will provide new value in the form of a car that evolves over time, and the improved practicality of rapid charging will accelerate the spread of EVs.
The ES90 is no longer just a means of transportation; it is sure to captivate many people as a partner that enriches their lifestyles. We can’t wait for it to be introduced in Japan.
