Volvo Car EM90
Premium electric MPV · 4W · Launched 2026
~£85,714 (converted from INR — verify with manufacturer)
≈ ₹90.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
738 km
Battery
116 kWh
Top speed
180 km/h
Charge
11 hr
Power
268 bhp
Seats
6
Available colors
Overview
Volvo's premium electric MPV — chauffeur-driven luxury for executives. Geely-derived SPA2 platform shared with Zeekr 009.
Best for
C-suite executives wanting Volvo-branded chauffeur EV with lounge experience
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 738 km range — segment best
- Limousine-grade rear cabin
- Volvo safety standards
- Lounge mode for rear seats
−Cons
- Ultra-premium pricing
- Chauffeur car segment — niche
- Heavy 2.7-tonne kerb weight
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Volvo Car in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
New model — limited service experience
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops 15-20% in extreme summer or winter conditions
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Charging connector pins need occasional clean for full speed
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery worth checking annually
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Volvo Car EM90 in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 459 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 116 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (200kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: ample for daily driving and longer motorway runs without range anxiety.
The Volvo Car EM90 for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Volvo Car EM90 is rated at 459 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 116 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 116 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 738 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 11 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (200kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 268 bhp |
| Torque | 343 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | RWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2730 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 600 litres |
| Seating | 6 seats |
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Volvo Car EM90
~£85,714 (converted from INR — verify with manufacturer)
Bottom line
The Volvo Car EM90 scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: C-suite executives wanting Volvo-branded chauffeur EV with lounge experience. Key strength: 738 km range — segment best. Main consideration: ultra-premium pricing.
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