2026 Volvo ES90

The new ES90 is another step toward Volvo’s goal of an all-electric lineup. It comes with many typical Volvo attributes like elegant design and smart ergonomics, wrapped in a protective shell. The company has already been doing good things with its other electric vehicles, raising hopes for this next level of EV evolution. We’ll be updating this review whenever we obtain more information.

The 2026 ES90 is completely new. It’s based on the same platform as the similarly all-electric EX90 midsize luxury SUV. Compared with the outgoing gasoline-powered Volvo S90 sedan, the ES90 is slightly taller and has a wheelbase 1.5 inches longer, although the car is shorter overall. And it’s not actually a sedan — it has a hatchback, like the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron.

On-Sale Date

We anticipate the 2026 Volvo ES90 reaching dealerships toward the end of 2025.

We expect the 2026 Volvo ES90 to start at around $75,000.

Rivals like the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron, BMW i5, Genesis Electrified G80, Lucid Air, and Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan all begin in roughly the same financial bracket, with the Audi being one of the more affordable.

Before buying a new ES90 all-electric midsize luxury sedan, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should be paying.

The entry-level version of the new ES90 comes with a single electric motor driving the rear wheels with a respectable 329 horsepower, and accelerating from standstill to 60 mph in a claimed (and equally respectable) 6.7 seconds.

The first Twin Motor version brings all-wheel drive into the mix. This car enjoys 442 hp and hits 60 mph in 5.3 seconds. The most powerful Volvo ES90 is the Twin Motor Performance variant, with a mighty 670 horsepower and the ability to reach 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds.

Volvo vehicles usually put an emphasis on ride comfort rather than on-the-edge handling, and they’re extremely good at being smooth. We expect the standard ES90 to follow in those tire tracks, while Volvo also offers an adaptive air suspension for even greater comfort.

Range and Charging

Until official figures come in, we’re estimating that the maximum range of the 2026 ES90 will be somewhere between 300 and 350 miles.

Using a DC fast charger, the Twin Motor models can go from 10% capacity to 80% in 20 minutes. That’s on a par with most other fast-charging EVs. The single-motor version should also be quite quick.

Uncluttered to the point of sparse, the cabin of the new ES90 is at least pleasant to look at and seems of sufficiently high quality. Volvo seats are renowned for their comport and support, and we don’t expect the ES90 to suddenly go all sporty and firm on us.

The Google-based infotainment system uses a nicely sized 14.5-inch touchscreen, while drivers look at a 9-inch digital instrument cluster. Or a head-up display if they’re in the top trim.

One thing that might hit a faint note of disappointment is rear legroom. The gasoline-powered S90 has a class-leading 40.4 inches. And since the ES90 is based on a 3-row SUV but only has two rows of seating, then we don’t think it’s unreasonable to expect more than 35.4 inches. But there it is, two inches short of the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron.

Luggage space behind those rear seats measures 15 cubic feet, opening out to 26 cubic feet when they’re folded down. Decent dimensions, but beaten once again by the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron. A small storage area under the hood can take the charging cable.

Because there’s a battery under the floor, the new ES90 rides a little higher than a typical sedan. That’s a good thing for getting in and out. We think it also makes the ES90 look more individual. The car avoids the typical 3-box approach of a sedan as well, by ditching the conventional trunk in favor of a hatchback. It’s still sleek, however. One look at the profile tells us that.

That decision wasn’t made purely for looks. Volvo says the ES90 is the most aerodynamically efficient car it has ever produced. Remembering those squared-off wagons from the 1980s, we realize this wasn’t a particularly high bar. Still, anything that goes toward maximizing an electric vehicle’s range is a welcome addition.

Electrochromatic roof
A panoramic glass roof is standard, while this option can make that roof more opaque or transparent at the touch of a button.

Advanced air purifier
Four-zone climate control is standard in the 2026 ES90. This also includes an air purifier that filters out 99% of the allergens from grass, trees, and pollen.

Bowers & Wilkins audio
The highest trim level offers the option of a 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system. We think B&W stuff is excellent and this one is enhanced by Dolby Atmos. Some of those speakers are in the headrests and ceiling.

Over-the-air updates
Yes, many electric vehicles (and quite a few combustion conveyances) have this update feature for software, navigation, etc. But we still really like the idea that a car can improve even after it’s been purchased.

Lidar
There’s a little bump front and center of the ES90’s roof. This is a lidar sensor (light detection and ranging) that, according to Volvo, goes beyond human perception to help avoid potential calamities.

Outboard rear seats
The new ES90 offers heated/ventilated/reclining rear seats for superb passenger comfort.

The single-motor version of the 2026 ES90 employs a battery with a usable capacity of 88 kilowatt-hours (kWh). Twin Motor models use a larger battery with 102 kWh of usable capacity. The ES90 has 800-volt architecture, which is the best technology at present.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

Volvo provides bumper-to-bumper limited protection and powertrain protection for four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is typical among European luxury vehicle manufacturers. Batteries are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles. The company also includes free scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles.

Safety

Standard safety tech in the 2026 ES90 includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian/cyclist detection, and adaptive cruise control with a lane centering function.