Volvo’s all-electric XC90 successor, the EX90, will go into manufacturing in This autumn of this 12 months. The total-sized SUV will likely be constructed at Volvo’s Charleston, South Carolina plant. Manufacturing will even happen in Chengdu, China for Asian and European clients.
The EX90 is successfully a extra sensible model of the Polestar 3. Past utilizing the identical platform and 111 kWh battery pack, each are additionally comparable in dimension, have ranges within the area of 370 miles, and may cost at speeds of as much as 250 kW. Nevertheless, the EX90 has seating for as much as seven and is undoubtedly extra conventional-looking than the three.
Volvo expects solely a small variety of EX90s to be in-built 2023, however that is nonetheless optimistic information given provide chain points proceed to plague the auto business.
The EX90 will likely be out there in both Twin Motor or Efficiency guise. The previous produces 402 hp in the meantime choosing Efficiency spec offers you 510 hp. Prime pace is proscribed to 112 mph on each variations.
Contained in the EX90 contains a 14.5″ portrait touchscreen. Unsurprisingly, the system is powered by Volvo’s long-term tech partner Google and has 5G connectivity. The EX90’s Pilot Assist system uses Lidar tech and comes standard on every vehicle.
When it comes to pricing, the EX90 is undoubtedly aimed at the premium segment. The Rivian R1S, BMW iX, Tesla Mannequin X, and Mercedes EQS SUV can all be considered rivals. Although no specifics have been given, early EX90s are likely to be fully loaded first/launch editions and will potentially cost north of $100,000. However, expect more affordable versions to become available throughout 2024. Volvo USA has promised you will be able to get a “well-equipped” EX90 for beneath $80,000.
