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Volvo ES90 vs Volvo EX30 Cross Country
The Volvo ES90 and Volvo EX30 Cross Country sit at opposite ends of Volvo’s EV lineup. The ES90 is a full-size premium electric sedan aimed at executive buyers focused on comfort, space, and long-distance travel. The EX30 Cross Country is a compact SUV with off-road styling, built for urban drivers who want a smaller footprint with some all-terrain capability.
Range and charging show a clear gap. The ES90 targets up to about 700 km WLTP with an 800V system and fast charging that can add significant range in short sessions. The EX30 Cross Country delivers around 427 km WLTP, with real-world figures often lower due to its rugged setup . Charging peaks at about 150–160 kW, reaching 10–80% in roughly 25–30 minutes . The ES90 holds an advantage in both range and charging speed, while the EX30 focuses on efficiency in a smaller battery.
Price positioning differs widely. The EX30 Cross Country sits in the entry-to-mid premium range, around the $45k–$50k band based on global estimates . The ES90 targets the upper premium segment with pricing expected well above that level. Market rollout favors the EX30 Cross Country, already entering key regions, while the ES90 follows later as a flagship sedan. This page helps you choose between a compact, lower-cost SUV and a large, long-range executive sedan.
Within Volvo’s EV range, the ES90 aligns with models like the EX90, while the EX30 Cross Country sits alongside the standard EX30. Rivals for the ES90 include the BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE. The EX30 Cross Country competes with compact EV SUVs such as the Smart #1 and Mini Countryman Electric.
The ES90 offers long driving range, faster charging capability, and a quieter cabin, but it comes with higher cost and larger size that limits city use. The EX30 Cross Country delivers compact size, strong acceleration, and light off-road ability, though range is lower and interior space is tighter, with more reliance on a central screen.
QUICK VERDICT; Choose the ES90 for long-distance travel, space, and flagship features. Pick the EX30 Cross Country for city driving, lower cost, and compact SUV flexibility.
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MODEL
| Models |
Volvo ES90 Single Motor Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance Volvo EX30 Cross Country Twin Motor Performance |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2025, March 05 2025, February 10 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2025, March Available to order. Released 2025, February |
| Country of origin | Sweden |
| Base Price |
€ 72,000 £ 69,200 - Volvo ES90 Single Motor € 89,000 £ 82,800 - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor € 94,500 £ 87,400 - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
RWD 333 hp (245 kW) - Volvo ES90 Single Motor AWD 449 hp (330 kW) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor AWD 680 hp (500 kW) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance AWD 428 hp (315 kW) |
| Torque |
354 lb-ft (480 Nm) - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 870 Nm (642 lb-ft) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 400 lb-ft (543 Nm) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
6.9 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 5.5 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 4 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 3.7 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
88 kWh usable, 92 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 102 kWh usable, 106 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 102 kWh usable, 106 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 69 kWh total |
| Tech | Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) NMC battery |
| Range |
404 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 435 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 435 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 265 mi WLTP |
| Consumption |
259 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 301 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h Type 2 22 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 300 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Single Motor CCS 350 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor CCS 350 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 26 min |
BODY
| Type | 5 door Liftback, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | SPA2 SEA |
| Dimensions | 196.9 x 76.5 x 61.0 in (5000 x 1942 x 1549 mm) 166.7 x 72.8 x 61.7 in (4233 x 1850 x 1567 mm) |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.25 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 122.1 in (3102 mm) 104.3 in (2650 mm) |
| Clearance | 7.1 in (180 mm) 7.8 in (197 mm) |
| Weight |
EU: 2441 kg unladen, 2850 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Single Motor EU: 2628 kg unladen, 3040 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor EU: 2628 kg unladen, 3040 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance EU: 4156 lb unladen, 5148 lb gross |
| Suspension | Double-wishbone front, integral link rear, adaptive air suspension |
| Wheels | R20, R21, R22 R18, R19 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 15.8 ft³, 44.4 ft³ max EU: 11.2 ft³ |
| Frunk/Bonnet | 0.8 ft³ Yes |
| Towing |
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1600 kg braked - Volvo ES90 Single Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 14.5" touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 9" No |
| Head-Up | Yes, projector type No |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated and ventilated rear seats Heated front seats |
| Roof | All-glass roof with electrochromic variable light transmission Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Pilot |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Others | 4-zone temperature control |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system, front seats knee airbags Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | Front LIDAR (up to 250m), side radars, multiple cameras, sensors. Lane Keeping Aid, Road Sign Information, Rear Collision Warning, Driver Alert, Rear Auto Brake, Cross traffic alert with low speed auto brake, Pedestrian and cyclist steering avoidance, High Beam Assist, Assistance at risk of collision, Intersection autobrake Run off road mitigation, Front cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Accident avoidance and collision mitigation, Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear collisions, Lane Departure Warning, Rear cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Mitigating collisions with oncoming traffic by braking, Steering intervention to protect pedestrians and cyclists |
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