The Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 are large premium electric SUVs built on shared technology. The EX90 is a three-row family SUV focused on safety and comfort, while the Polestar 3 is a two-row performance-oriented SUV aimed at drivers who value handling and design.
Range and charging are close due to shared platform roots. The EX90 delivers around 300 miles EPA depending on configuration, while the Polestar 3 reaches about 279 to 300 miles EPA depending on trim. Charging performance is similar, with both supporting up to about 250 kW DC fast charging and typical 10 to 80 percent times near 30 minutes under optimal conditions.

Price positioning reflects their roles. The EX90 starts around the high 70,000 dollar range and rises with higher trims, while the Polestar 3 starts slightly higher due to its performance positioning. Market availability is expanding across North America and Europe for both models. This comparison helps you decide between a family-focused three-row SUV and a sport-oriented two-row premium EV.
Within Volvo Cars, the EX90 sits as the flagship above models like the Volvo EX30 and Volvo EX40. Under Polestar, the Polestar 3 joins the Polestar 2 and upcoming Polestar 4. Rivals include the Tesla Model X, BMW iX, and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.
The Volvo EX90 offers three-row seating, strong safety systems with lidar integration, and a comfort-focused ride, but it is larger to maneuver and less performance-focused. The Polestar 3 delivers sharper handling, a more driver-focused setup, and a distinctive design, but it lacks a third row and carries a higher entry price.
QUICK VERDICT; Choose the Volvo EX90 if you need space, safety tech, and family usability. Choose the Polestar 3 if driving dynamics and design take priority over seating capacity.
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| Price | $84,000.00 $78,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Volvo POLESTAR |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
| Available Trims / Variants |
Volvo EX90 Single Motor Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance Polestar 3 Long range Single motor Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 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 $ 69,000 € 78,600 £ 69,900 - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor $ 73,400 € 88,600 £ 79,900 - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor $ 79,400 € 96,500 £ 85,500 - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Availability 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 Available to order. Released 2024, July - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor Available to order. Released 2023, February - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Available to order. Released 2023, February - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| 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 107 kWh usable, 111 kWh total |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
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 404 mi WLTP (350 mi EPA) - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor 379 mi WLTP (315 mi EPA) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor 348 mi WLTP (279 mi EPA) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 250 kW max, 0-80% in 30 min
CCS 250 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | Type 2 11 kW Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 hrs |
| Energy 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 - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor 372 Wh/mi WLTP - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
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 RWD 299 hp (220 kW) - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor AWD 489 hp (360 kW) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor AWD 517 hp (380 kW) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) 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 7.5 sec 0-60 mph (7.8 sec 0-62 mph) - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor 4.9 sec 0-60 mph (5 sec 0-62 mph) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor 4.6 sec 0-60 mph (4.7 sec 0-62 mph) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Torque (Nm) |
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 490 Nm (361 lb-ft) - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor 840 Nm (620 lb-ft) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor 910 Nm (671 lb-ft) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
112 mph (180 km/h)
112 mph (180 km/h) - Polestar 3 Long range Single motor 130 mph (210 km/h) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor 130 mph (210 km/h) - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) |
198.3 x 77.3 x 68.7 in (5037 x 1964 x 1744 mm)
4900 x 1968 x 1614 mm (192.9 x 77.5 x 63.5 in) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 10.9 ft³, 67.6 ft³ max EU: 484 l, 1411 l max |
| Body Style | 5 door SUV, 7 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
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: 2584 kg unladen - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor EU: 2670 kg unladen - Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor Performance |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 8.1 - 8.5 in (205 - 215 mm) 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | 1.3 ft³ 32 l |
| Seating Capacity | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Centre Screen (inches) | 14.5" touchscreen 14.5" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 8" 9" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, projector type Yes, projector type |
| Additional Notes | Volvo EX90 Performance in USA has 370 kW power Also known as Chevrolet Silverado Work Truck EV |
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