Video Summary
Here is a summary of the video review:- The EX90 is Volvo's new three-row electric SUV, competing with EVs like the Kia EV9, Cadillac Vistiq, Rivian R1S, Lucid Gravity, and Tesla Model X.
- It appears Volvo scrambled to get the car to market given other competitor vehicles in the EV space.
- The EX90 still supports Over-the-Air (OTA) updates to enable more features in the future.
- The reviewed model is a 2025 EX90 Twin Motor Ultra with Performance package. Its color is Denim Blue.
- Key features include an active chassis with four-corner air suspension, massaging front seats, and soft-close doors.
- Unlike the Swedish-built XC90, the EX90 is manufactured in South Carolina (USA) and potentially eligible for a $7500 US tax credit.
- A Lidar sensor is placed at the car top for driver-assistance technologies. Pilot Assist is not yet working in this car.
- The car can detect street signs and pedestrians, using a driver understanding package for monitoring driver attentiveness.
- Its price is $93,840.
- There are two trim options, plus a performance package. Also, a mulberry red color is available.
- Volvo still offers an XC90 with petrol engines and a hybrid option.
- The 2025 EX90's engine reaches 402hp, with an optional $5,000 upgrade to 510hp with the performance package. This reduces the zero-to-60mph time to 4.7 seconds.
- A six or seven-passenger seating configuration is offered.
- It has 1.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity in the "frunk."
- While advertised at 310 miles on a full charge, reviewer anticipates roughly 270-290 miles.
- The car can charge from 0-100% in ten hours with the included Level 1 charger, and from 0-80% in four-to-five hours with a Level 2 charger. With Level 3 chargers, range can improve to 10-80% within 30 minutes.
- Towing capacity is approximately 4850 pounds.
- The EX90 retains the classic XC90 shape, is three inches longer, and has 11" more in length than a 2011 XC90.
- There is an abundance of rear seat space, but head room is limited to occupants under 5"9.
- A camera inside the car monitors the driver's attention level.
- This particular EX90 model had a headlight warning that came and went, indicating potential early-model issues.
- The three spoke steering wheel has real aluminum trim.
- All features controlling the car are on the central screen.
- The test driver felt safe and enjoyed the "jitttery" steering.
- Overall, he loves how the car feels "like an electric XC90."
