The Volvo EX90 sets a new standard for luxury electric SUVs by abandoning past designs entirely.
The three-row flagship moves beyond its gas-powered predecessor, the XC90, with a software-driven structure built for electric performance.
The interior adopts Scandinavian simplicity. Natural materials like open-pore wood and high-quality textiles replace excessive chrome and distracting lighting. The cabin feels more like a refined living space than a tech-heavy showroom. Standard three-row seating stands out in this class, where competitors such as the BMW iX and Polestar 3 typically seat only five.
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Volvo’s plans extend beyond this model. The upcoming EX60, a smaller two-row SUV, will introduce a more advanced platform that skips the incremental improvements seen in the EX90.
The EX90 uses Volvo’s SPA2 architecture, which retains some older design elements. The EX60, however, will run on SPA3, a fully electric platform with no connection to internal combustion. The structural differences are significant: the EX90’s battery sits in a cage beneath the floor, while the EX60’s cells integrate directly into the chassis. This cell-to-body design reduces weight, increases rigidity, and expands interior space.
Manufacturing improvements will also appear in the EX60. Aluminum megacasting for the rear underbody replaces multiple welded parts with a single cast component, reducing mass and simplifying assembly.
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Charging speeds will improve as well. The EX90’s maximum of 250 kW will rise to 370 kW in the EX60, thanks to an 800-volt architecture. This could enable faster charging, though real-world results may differ. The trade-off is the loss of the third row and the EX90’s commanding presence.
Buyers face a clear decision. The EX90 provides immediate luxury and space. The EX60, when released, will offer a lighter, more efficient package with cutting-edge technology at a lower cost. Both models show Volvo moving from follower to leader in the electric vehicle market.
This SUV isn’t merely an upgrade—it demonstrates that a long-standing automaker can reinvent itself. With the EX60 on the way, Volvo makes one thing obvious: the transformation has only started.