2026 Volvo ES90: Genre-Busting Luxury EV Priced for Australia

Volvo has officially unveiled pricing and details for the 2026 Volvo ES90, its first all-electric passenger car to be launched in Australia. With a starting price of $88,880 before on-road costs, the ES90 promises to be a genre-busting luxury EV that blends the sophistication of a sedan with the practicality and ride height of an SUV. Customer deliveries are set to begin in early 2026, and the vehicle is already available to order.

The ES90 enters the Australian market at a competitive price point, significantly undercutting rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz EQE, Genesis Electrified G80, and BMW i5. With its blend of design, performance, safety, and cutting-edge technology, Volvo is positioning the ES90 as a versatile alternative for luxury EV buyers.

Design and Dimensions

The Volvo ES90 challenges traditional body categories. While technically a liftback, Volvo describes it as a model that “blurs the line between sedan and SUV.” The design emphasizes elegance while providing a raised stance and generous cabin space typically associated with crossovers.

• Length: 5,000mm

• Width: 1,942mm

• Wheelbase: 3,100mm

Its proportions closely match the BMW i5 but with a longer wheelbase for added interior space. Aerodynamics play a critical role, with the ES90 achieving a drag coefficient of 0.25Cd Volvo’s most efficient design to date, although not as low as the Mercedes-Benz EQE’s 0.22Cd.

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Powertrain and Performance

The ES90 is underpinned by Volvo’s latest SPA2 platform, which it shares with the EX90 SUV. It uses an advanced 800V electrical architecture that supports ultra-fast charging.

• Battery: 92kWh

• Motor: 245kW/480Nm rear-mounted electric motor

• Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds

• Range: 554km (WLTP cycle)

• Charging: Up to 300km added in just 10 minutes using a 350kW DC fast charger

While overseas markets will receive a dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant producing up to 500kW and achieving a range of up to 700km, this version has not yet been confirmed for Australia.

Pricing and Variants

The 2026 Volvo ES90 will be available in two single-motor rear-wheel drive variants for Australia.

• ES90 Plus Single Motor: $88,880 before on-road costs

• ES90 Ultra Single Motor: $107,990 before on-road costs

Both versions include a rich list of luxury and safety features, with the Ultra offering additional premium equipment.

Interior and Technology

Inside, the ES90 emphasizes Scandinavian luxury, combining minimalist design with advanced digital integration.

Standard features across the range include:

• 9.0-inch digital instrument cluster

• Head-up display

• 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment with Google built-in

• Embedded Google apps and services

• Four-zone climate control

• Heated front and rear seats

• Heated steering wheel and wiper blades

• Panoramic glass roof (electrochromic version optional)

• Ambient interior lighting

• Digital Key Plus and key card entry

The Ultra trim further enhances the experience with a 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system with Dolby Atmos for audiophiles seeking a concert-like listening environment.

Practicality and Cargo Space

The ES90 has been engineered with practicality in mind, making it more versatile than a traditional sedan.

• Rear cargo space: 424L

• Cargo with seats folded: 733L

• Front storage (frunk): 22L, ideal for charging cables

This combination of practicality and design ensures the ES90 appeals to both families and executive buyers.

Safety and Driver Assistance

True to Volvo’s legacy, safety remains at the forefront of the ES90’s engineering.

The car’s active safety suite is powered by:

• One LiDAR unit

• Five radars

• Seven cameras

• 12 ultrasonic sensors

Standard safety features include:

• Rear occupant detection

• Safe exit warning

• Surround-view camera with 3D view

This advanced system is part of the Volvo Cars Superset tech stack, a unified hardware and software foundation that will underpin all future Volvo EVs.

Market Position and Rivals

The ES90 is priced to compete aggressively in the luxury EV segment.

• Mercedes-Benz EQE 300: from $135,200

• Genesis Electrified G80: from $155,000

• BMW i5: from $155,900

By starting at just $88,880, the Volvo ES90 undercuts its German and Korean rivals by a significant margin while offering similar luxury credentials, advanced technology, and strong performance.

Volvo’s Lineup in Australia

The ES90 fills the gap left by the recently discontinued S60 sedan and V60 Cross Country wagon. It also becomes Volvo’s only passenger car in Australia, complementing a lineup otherwise dominated by SUVs such as the EX30, EX40, and EX90.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the Volvo ES90 be available in Australia?

A. Customer deliveries will begin in early 2026, with orders open now.

2. How much does the 2026 Volvo ES90 cost?

A. The Plus Single Motor is priced from $88,880 before on-road costs, while the Ultra Single Motor costs $107,990 plus on-roads.

3. What is the driving range of the ES90?

A. The ES90 offers up to 554km of range under the WLTP cycle.

4. Is an all-wheel-drive ES90 coming to Australia?

A. Volvo has not confirmed if the dual-motor version available overseas will be offered locally.

5. How does the ES90 compare to rivals?

A. It is priced significantly lower than the Mercedes EQE, BMW i5, and Genesis Electrified G80 while offering competitive luxury, range, and technology.

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