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Volvo EX90
Car and Driver rates the EX90 9/10, saying while clearly inspired by the gas-powered XC90, it's more than just an XC90 propelled by electrons, with a base 329-hp single-motor rear-wheel-drive setup and two dual-motor AWD setups making 449 hp or 670 hp in Performance trim, offering over 300 miles of range, a near-silent cabin, and cutting-edge driver-assistance features, proving Volvo knows how to build a formidable flagship, though some safety suite functions are still unavailable. MotorTrend's long-term test of the 2026 EX90 got off to a rocky start, noting Volvo delayed the SUV's launch to develop and validate its software, and even after launch customers reported infotainment screens freezing, digital key problems, climate control glitches, and driver-assistance issues, prompting Volvo to announce it would replace the central Nvidia-based computing hardware on 2025 models after more than a year trying to fix the problems, with MotorTrend's own long-term EX90 needing new parts just to get its massaging seats working.
More than an electric XC90
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) rates the EX90 9/10, saying while clearly inspired by the gas-powered XC90, it's more than just an XC90 propelled by electrons, with a base 329-hp single-motor rear-wheel-drive setup and two dual-motor AWD setups making 449 hp or 670 hp in Performance trim, offering over 300 miles of range and cutting-edge driver-assistance features.
A rocky software launch
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says Volvo delayed the EX90's launch to develop and validate its software, and even after launch customers reported infotainment screens freezing, digital key problems, climate control glitches, and driver-assistance issues, prompting Volvo to announce it would replace the central Nvidia-based computing hardware on 2025 models after more than a year trying to fix the problems.
MotorTrend's own EX90 needed new parts
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says its own long-term EX90 needed new parts, starting with an air pump and a computer module, just to get its massaging seats working.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Volvo EX90 have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 329 hp base, up to 670 hp in Performance trim.
Did the Volvo EX90 have software problems?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says yes, serious enough that Volvo is replacing the central computer on 2025 models.
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The 2026 Volvo EX90 is built around Single or dual electric motors, rated at 329 / 449 / 670 horsepower across its three-row electric SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2026 U.S. lineup has 2 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2026 EX90 seats 6 or 7 and is a Three-row electric SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2026 EX90.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2026 Volvo EX90
MY2026 real defect fix: three powertrain tiers, each offered in Plus or Ultra trim: a new-for-2026 Single Motor RWD at 329 hp, Twin Motor AWD raised to 449 hp (was 402), and Twin Motor Performance AWD raised to 670 hp (was 510). A new 800-volt electrical architecture enables faster charging (up to 155 miles in 10 minutes).
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
3 indexed Volvo EX90 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volvo EX90 | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Volvo EX90 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Volvo EX90 | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Volvo EX90.
The Volvo EX90 is a battery electric full-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Volvo since May 2024. A seven-seater luxury car, it is Volvo's flagship full-size SUV. It was revealed in November 2022 as the first bespoke electric vehicle marketed under the Volvo brand.
- Awards
- Before its market release, the EX90 was awarded "Best Safety Innovation Award" by AJAC (Automobile Journalists Association of Canada). Moreover, it won the World Luxury Car Award in April 2025, beating out the Porsche Macan and Porsche Panamera.
Source: Volvo EX90 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Volvo EX90 at a glance
- Production
- May 2024 – present
- Class
- Full-size luxury crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive, Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
- Platform
- SPA2 (400V) (2024-2025) SPA2 (800V) (2026+)
- Electric motor
- 2× permanent magnet synchronous
- Power output
- 2024-2025 (400V) 208 kW (RWD), 300 kW (AWD), 370 kW (Performance, US), 380 kW (Performance) 2026+ (800V) 245 kW (RWD), 335 kW (AWD), 500 kW (AWD Performance)
- Charging
- 11 kW (Alternating current, AC), 250 kW (Direct current, DC) (2024-2025), 350 kW (Direct current, DC) (2026+)
- Wheelbase
- 117.5 in
- Length
- 5037 mm
- Width
- 2039 mm
- Height
- 1747 mm
- Curb weight
- 2818 kg
- Related models
- Polestar 3, Volvo ES90
- Designer
- Robin Page (Head of Design)
NHTSA rated the 2025 Volvo EX90 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)
- September 2025, Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut. Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. A spindle nut may detach from the Power Operated Tailgate (POT) drive units, causing the tailgate to suddenly drop. Consequence: A tailgate that suddenly drops can hit a person, increasing the risk of injury.
- February 2025, Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Concealment Devices. Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. Due to a software error in the low power controller (LPC), the headlight shutters may close over the high and low beams while driving. Consequence: A loss of headlight function while driving can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
- November 2024, Seats:Critical Fasteners. Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. The bolts for the second-row free-standing seat may not be tightened properly. Consequence: An improperly tightened seat may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Owners filed 72 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Volvo EX90, most often about electrical system (36), unknown or other (17), fuel/propulsion system (14).
Year by year
The Volvo EX90 across 3 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volvo EX90 | 87–98 | $800–$900 | 6 | |||
| 2026 Volvo EX90 | 86–98 | $800–$900 | 6 | 5 stars | ||
| 2025 Volvo EX90 | 81–84 | $900–$950 | 4 | 3 | 68 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Volvo EX90, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 2027 | 92.0 to 92.5 | 291 to 293 | |||
| 2025 to 2026 | 4 to 6 | 82.5 to 92.0 | 305 to 291 | Labels: EX90, EX90 (21 Inch Wheels), EX90 Twin Motor, EX90 Twin Motor Performance; Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Labels: EX90 Twin Motor (20 and 22 Inch Wheels), EX90 Twin Motor Performance (20 and 22 Inch Wheels) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Volvo EX90 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Motor Plus | RWD | Electric Motor | 329 | 354 | 5,545 | 3,307 | – | $78,090 |
| Twin Motor Plus | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 442 | 494 | 5,930 | 4,850 | – | $81,390 |
| Twin Motor Ultra | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 442 | 494 | 5,930 | 4,850 | – | $85,740 |
| Twin Motor Performance Plus | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 670 | 642 | 5,930 | 4,850 | – | $86,390 |
| Twin Motor Performance Ultra | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 670 | 642 | 5,930 | 4,850 | – | $90,740 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Model-year recall record
Volvo EX90: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 3 | 68 | seats, exterior lighting, structure |
| 2024 | not available | ||
| 2023 | not available | ||
| 2022 | not available | ||
| 2021 | not available | ||
| 2020 | not available | ||
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Volvo EX90?
Federal recall records don't single out a best Volvo EX90 model year: recall counts across the 1 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about n/a recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the Volvo EX90 by model year?
2025: seats, exterior lighting, structure.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Buying, records and recalls, Climate and electrical.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 EX90 come in?
The 2026 Volvo EX90 (three-row electric SUV) comes in 2 trims: Plus, Ultra.
Q02What are the 2026 EX90 trims?
The 2026 Volvo EX90 trims are Plus, Ultra, listed from the entry Plus up to the top Ultra.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 EX90 use?
The 2026 Volvo EX90 is built around Single or dual electric motors, rated at 329 / 449 / 670 horsepower across its three-row electric SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2026 EX90 have?
The 2026 Volvo EX90 is rated at 329 / 449 / 670 horsepower (Single or dual electric motors).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 EX90?
The 2026 Volvo EX90 is offered with RWD / AWD.