{"id":2704,"date":"2025-08-29T14:22:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T04:22:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2704"},"modified":"2025-08-21T03:10:06","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T17:10:06","slug":"review-2025-volvo-ex90","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-volvo-ex90\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 VOLVO EX90"},"content":{"rendered":"

Volvo\u2019s new seven-seat flagship is finally here. The 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a>, is a clean-lined, all-electric family hauler that feels undeniably Scandinavian in how it looks and how it goes about its business. Think big battery, calm cabin, and safety tech that would make an airline blush. It lands in Australia as a proper alternative to the Kia EV9<\/strong><\/a> and the German heavy hitters, and it does so with the kind of everyday ease that makes school runs, weekend footy and interstate road trips feel simple. This is a short, sharp 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a> review for Aussies who want the facts without the fluff.<\/p>\n

Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Luxurious seven-seat interior with genuinely adult-friendly second row, refined ride, strong standard equipment, long WLTP range, and class-leading active safety hardware. The Google-built infotainment is quick to learn, and the minimalist cabin avoids cheap gloss.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong> Third row is still best for kids, most cabin controls live in the screen, and kerb weight makes it more cruiser than corner-carver. Pricing sits above mainstream rivals, and some advanced driver features depend on software maturity.<\/p>\n

How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n

Two trims launch in Australia. The EX90 Plus Twin Motor starts from $124,990 before on-road costs, while the EX90 Ultra Twin Motor Performance is $134,990 before on-roads. Deliveries began locally in 2025 after earlier delays, and Volvo targeted an April arrival to showrooms.<\/p>\n

That pricing places the 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a> against premium electric SUVs yet still below some German options. For context, Audi Q8 e-tron<\/strong><\/a> kicked off higher, and BMW iX<\/strong><\/a> was dearer again, while the Kia EV9<\/strong><\/a> undercuts the EX90<\/strong><\/a> by a decent margin.<\/p>\n

Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n

The 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a> specs are generous from base. Both variants run a 111 kWh battery, dual-motor AWD, claimed 570 km WLTP range, 250 kW DC fast charging, and a 14.5-inch portrait infotainment screen with Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You also get seven seats as standard, a panoramic glass roof, and Volvo\u2019s Nordico upholstery that looks premium without using animal leather. The Ultra adds air suspension, ventilated seats, and a 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system for full lounge-room vibes.<\/p>\n

Out on the road, the EX90 Plus claims 300 kW and 770 Nm with a 0-100 km\/h time of 5.9 seconds. The Ultra Twin Motor Performance lifts outputs to 380 kW and 910 Nm and drops the sprint to a claimed 4.9 seconds. Both top out at 180 km\/h and are rated to tow up to 2,200 kg, handy for a family camper.<\/p>\n

Safety<\/h2>\n

Volvo calls this its safest car ever for a reason. The EX90<\/strong><\/a> layers cameras, radar and a roof-mounted lidar sensor feeding high-power Nvidia compute to extend what the car can \u201csee\u201d well beyond the reach of human headlights. Inside, occupant-sensing tech helps prevent accidentally leaving a child or pet in the car. It is classic Volvo thinking, just delivered with modern silicon and software, and it is exactly the kind of 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a> safety features Australian buyers expect from the brand.<\/p>\n

Running Costs<\/h2>\n

On paper efficiency is promising. With a 111 kWh battery and 570 km WLTP claim, you are looking at roughly 19-20 kWh per 100 km in ideal conditions. At an average home electricity rate of 30 cents per kWh, that is about six dollars per 100 km. Real-world numbers will swing with speed, load and climate, but the EX90<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s big pack and 250 kW peak DC charging make long stints easy. A 10 to 80 percent fast-charge can be done in about half an hour when you land a high-output charger. Volvo backs the car with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and includes a five-year, 75,000 km service plan, which takes the sting out of scheduled maintenance for early owners.<\/p>\n

Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n

The obvious rival is Kia\u2019s EV9<\/strong><\/a>. It offers seven seats and a broad model spread that starts well under the Volvo. The EV9<\/strong><\/a> is the value play, the EX90<\/strong><\/a> is the luxury and tech play. If you are cross-shopping German metal, Audi\u2019s Q8 e-tron<\/strong><\/a> and BMW\u2019s iX<\/strong><\/a> feel plush but cannot match the EX90<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s lidar-backed safety stack, and both ask more money like-for-like. Polestar 3<\/strong> sits on related bones, feels sportier, but only offers five seats, which matters for family buyers. That mix leaves the 2025 Volvo EX90<\/strong><\/a> exterior design and cabin quality sitting right on the sweet spot for buyers who want calm, tasteful luxury without screaming about it.<\/p>\n

2025 Volvo EX90 Australia Review: Price, Alternatives, Range, Safety and Verdict<\/h2>\n