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Volvo EX90 vs BMW iX
The Volvo EX90 and BMW iX are large premium electric SUVs, but they target different use cases. The EX90 is a three-row family SUV focused on safety, space, and daily usability. The iX is a two-row luxury SUV built for comfort, performance, and a more driver-focused experience.
Range and charging are close, with both delivering around 300 miles in real-world conditions depending on trim. The iX reaches up to about 324 miles in some variants, while the EX90 sits around 300 to 310 miles. Charging differs in architecture and peak speed. The EX90 supports up to 250 kW and newer versions move toward 800V systems with faster sessions near 22 to 30 minutes from 10 to 80 percent. The iX peaks around 175 to 195 kW with typical 10 to 80 percent times of about 30 to 35 minutes.
Price positioning places both in the premium tier. The EX90 starts in the high 70,000 dollar range, while the iX often starts higher, especially in newer trims. Market availability favors the iX due to longer time on sale and strong presence in both new and used markets, while the EX90 is newer with limited used supply. This comparison helps you decide between a three-row family EV and a two-row luxury-focused SUV.
Within Volvo Cars, the EX90 sits at the top above models like the Volvo EX30 and Volvo EX40. Under BMW, the iX serves as the flagship EV SUV alongside the BMW i4 and BMW i5. Rivals include the Tesla Model X, Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, and Audi Q8 e-tron.
The Volvo EX90 offers three-row seating, strong safety integration with advanced sensors, and a family-focused layout, but it is larger to handle and newer with less market history. The BMW iX delivers higher efficiency in some trims, a more refined two-row cabin, and stronger driving dynamics, but it lacks third-row seating and carries a higher entry price in many markets.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need space, seating flexibility, and safety-first design. Pick the BMW iX if you want better driving dynamics, a two-row luxury layout, and slightly higher range efficiency.
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MODEL
| Models |
Volvo EX90 Single Motor Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance BMW iX xDrive45 BMW iX xDrive60 BMW iX M70 xDrive |
LAUNCH
| Announced |
2023, July - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 2022, November 09 - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 2022, November 09 - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 2025, January 29 |
| Status |
Available to order. Released 2023, July - Volvo EX90 Single Motor Available to order. Released 2022, December - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Available to order. Released 2022, December - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1-Q2 |
| Country of origin | Sweden |
| Base Price |
€ 84,000 - Volvo EX90 Single Motor $ 81,300 € 105,550 £ 96,200 - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor $ 86,300 € 110,650 £ 100,500 - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
RWD 279 hp (205 kW) - Volvo EX90 Single Motor AWD 408 hp (300 kW) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor AWD 510 hp (380 kW) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance AWD 408 hp (300 kW) |
| Torque |
361 lb-ft (490 Nm) - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 671 lb-ft (910 Nm) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 516 lb-ft (700 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. |
8.4 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 5.7 sec 0-60 mph (5.9 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 4.7 sec 0-60 mph (4.9 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 5.1 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
101 kWh usable, 104 kWh total - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 107 kWh usable, 111 kWh total - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 107 kWh usable, 111 kWh total - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 94.8 kWh usable |
| Tech |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion NMC (400V type)
Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) |
| Range |
360 mi WLTP - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 300 mi EPA (373 mi WLTP) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 300 mi EPA (367 mi WLTP) - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 304 mi WLTP |
| Consumption |
320 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX90 Single Motor 336 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor 340 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance 351 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes, via gear lever, up to 195 kW |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 9 hours 45 min Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 5 hours |
| DC Charging | CCS 250 kW max, 0-80% in 30 min CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 34 min |
BODY
| Type |
5 door SUV, 7 seats
5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform |
SPA2
CLAR |
| Dimensions |
198.3 x 77.3 x 68.7 in (5037 x 1964 x 1744 mm)
195.5 x 77.6 x 66.7 in (4965 x 1970 x 1695 mm) |
| Drag Co-Efficient |
0.29 Cd
0.25 Cd |
| Wheelbase |
117.5 in (2985 mm)
118.1 in (3000 mm) |
| Clearance |
8.1 - 8.5 in (205 - 215 mm)
8.0 in (202 mm) |
| Weight |
EU: 5814 lb unladen, 7033 lb gross - Volvo EX90 Single Motor EU: 6213 lb unladen, 7430 lb gross - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor EU: 6213 lb unladen, 7430 lb gross - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance EU: 5567 lb unladen, 6834 lb gross |
| Suspension |
Front double wishbone, rear integral link; Hydraulic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar, dual chamber air suspension
Double-wishbone front axle, five-link rear axle, two-axle ride level control with electronically controlled shock absorbers, adaptive air suspension, rear-axle steering |
| Wheels |
R21, R22
R20, R21, R22, R23 |
| Trunk/Boot |
EU: 10.9 ft³, 67.6 ft³ max
EU: 17.7 ft³, 61.8 ft³ max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | 1.3 ft³ No |
| Towing |
EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 2646 lb braked - Volvo EX90 Single Motor EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 4850 lb braked - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 4850 lb braked - Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 5512 lb braked |
DISPLAYS
| Centre |
14.5" touchscreen
14.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display |
8"
12.3" |
| Head-Up |
Yes, projector type
Yes, with augmented reality |
COMFORT
| Seats |
Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats
Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats |
| Roof |
Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed
Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, 1 front, 2 side & 1 reversing cameras |
| Connectivity |
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags |
Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system, front seats knee airbags, 3rd row airbags
Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | Radars and LIDAR, cameras, 16 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 Long range radar (300 m), corner short range radars (4 units), 8MP front camera, Assisted Driving View, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Exit warning function, Parking Assist Professional, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Front collision warning with brake intervention, Active Lane Change Assistant with eye activation |
| Self Driving | Remote Control via Smartphone |
Note
| Others |
Volvo EX90 Performance in USA has 370 kW power
eDrive Exterior Sound Remote Theft Recorder Interior camera |
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