Volvo has just unveiled the crown jewel of their fully electric lineup—the Volvo ES90, here to shatter expectations while leaving a lighter footprint on the planet.
Charging into the Future—Literally
What makes the ES90 stand out? Two words: 800 volts. That’s the power running under the hood—or rather, under the floor—of this beast. This trailblazing tech allows the ES90 to do what mere mortals of electric cars can only dream of: add up to 300 kilometers of range in a lightning-fast 10 minutes at 350kW charging stations. Imagine grabbing a coffee and coming out to find a range that could take you to another city. Need to go from 10 to 80%? No problem—it’ll take just 20 minutes, thanks to Volvo’s streamlined battery management software and its partnership with Breathe Battery Technologies. That’s about 30% faster than its predecessors.
And with this tech, speed isn’t its only bragging right. Efficiency takes center stage, with smarter thermal systems and lighter e-motors shedding weight to improve performance and range. In fact, the ES90 clocks in with up to 700 km of range under the WLTP cycle—because “range anxiety” is so 2024.
Sustainability, Redefined
Volvo’s commitment to sustainability isn’t just hitting the accelerator—it’s building the entire car—and its story—on a greener chassis. In the ES90, 29% of the aluminum and 18% of the steel are recycled. Even the interiors are a love letter to nature, featuring FSC-certified wood panels and bio-based materials in an effort to walk the talk on reducing CO2 footprints.
Not content to simply use sustainable materials, Volvo has also introduced a “Battery Passport,” based on blockchain technology. This clever innovation tracks critical ingredients like cobalt and lithium right from their origins, ensuring transparency in sourcing and offering peace of mind to eco-conscious drivers.
Power Meets Peace of Mind
With these upgrades, Volvo makes one promise: that driving the ES90 will feel as revolutionary as its stats suggest. This isn’t just a car; it’s time reclaimed, whether that means less time charging and more time doing what you love, or driving farther without sweat-inducing range calculations. Anders Bell, Volvo’s Chief Engineering and Technology Officer, summed it up in one bold statement: “800V technology marks another significant technological upgrade for our customers as we move towards full electrification” .
But this car isn’t just for the problem-solvers of today—it’s already dreaming about the future, promising comfort and reliability no matter the distance, while showing a path to hitting net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
A Snapshot of Volvo’s Vision
The ES90 reflects Volvo’s electric ambition backed by an undeniable business confidence. Between record-breaking revenues of SEK 400.2 billion and global sales hitting 763,389 vehicles in 2024, the Volvo of today walks tall on the achievements of nearly a century of ingenuity.
