Volvo as a brand has always built its name around safety, comfort and clean Scandinavian design. Now, the company is ready to bring its most advanced electric SUV to India. The Volvo EX90 will officially launch on August 19, 2026, becoming the brand’s new flagship EV for the Indian market.
First revealed globally in 2022, the EX90 is the electric alternative to the XC90 luxury SUV. It will be brought to India as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) and will take on premium electric SUVs like the BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and Kia EV9.
Volvo EX90: Key Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | August 19, 2026 |
| Seating | 6 or 7 seats (market dependent) |
| Battery Options | 92 kWh and 106 kWh |
| Claimed Range (WLTP) | Up to 620 km |
| Charging | 350 kW DC fast charging |
| Architecture | SPA2 |
| Rivals | BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, Kia EV9 |
Simple Yet Premium Exterior
The EX90 follows Volvo’s familiar design language with a modern electric touch. The front gets a body coloured closed grille with the Volvo logo placed in the centre. One of the biggest attractions is the signature Thor’s Hammer LED lighting, where the daytime running lights open up to reveal the main headlamps.
Other exterior highlights include:
- Flush door handles
- Long wheelbase for better cabin space
- Optional 22 inch alloy wheels
- Split C shaped LED tail lamps
- Extra LED lighting beside the rear windshield
- Clean body lines with a premium look
Minimalist Cabin With Premium Features
The cabin follows Volvo’s simple design philosophy and looks clean without too many buttons. A large 14.5 inch portrait touchscreen sits at the centre and controls most vehicle functions. Buyers also get a separate digital instrument cluster for the driver.
Some of the key features include:
- Google built in with navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- 5G connectivity with OTA updates
- 4 zone climate control
- Air purifier
- Panoramic sunroof
- Head up display
- 25 speaker Bowers and Wilkins sound system
- Heated front and second row seats
- Ambient lighting
The infotainment system is powered by NVIDIA computing hardware along with Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms for faster performance.
Safety Remains A Strong Point
Safety has always been one of Volvo’s biggest strengths and the EX90 continues that tradition. It comes equipped with:
- ADAS with adaptive cruise control
- Lane keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Cross traffic alert
- Front and rear collision warning
- 360 degree camera
- Blind spot monitoring
- Nine airbags
- ISOFIX mounts for second and third row
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Whiplash protection system
Battery, Performance And Charging
The EX90 is available globally with multiple powertrain options.
| Battery | Drive | Power | Torque | WLTP Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92 kWh | RWD | 338 PS | 480 Nm | 565 km |
| 106 kWh | AWD | 462 PS | 670 Nm | 617 km |
| 106 kWh Performance | AWD | 689 PS | 870 Nm | 606 km |
Volvo also offers fast charging support of up to 350 kW DC, allowing the battery to charge from 10 to 80 percent in around 22 minutes. A three phase 16A AC charger takes around 11 hours for a full charge.
The final battery and motor options for India are expected to be confirmed closer to launch.