Volvo EX90: 7-seat luxury for the electric revolution
Volvo Philippines has found its “second wind” under the meticulous stewardship of its distributor, Hariphil Asia Resources Inc (HARI).
The Swedish carmaker is cementing its position in the local luxury-car market with the launch of the all-new EX90 battery-electric vehicle (EV) on Thursday. This three-row crossover joins the ES90 four-door EV as one of the brand’s new flagship models as Volvo beefs up its electrified offerings.
“The Volvo EX90 stands as our flagship electric SUV of safety, and we believe it sets a new benchmark in road safety, an advocacy that goes beyond simply producing safe cars, but one that reflects our commitment to protecting people and shaping a safer future for everyone on the road,” said HARI vice chair, president and CEO Maria Fe Perez-Agudo in a press statement.
Big but not brash
The EX90 may look like its plug-in-hybrid cousin, the XC90 crossover, but it incorporates clever touches that further emphasize Volvo’s design direction and improve energy efficiency.
Unlike the bulbous (and occasionally ghastly) EVs from the likes of BMW, this Swedish number has much more agreeable proportions, particularly the prominent hoodline that incorporates large LED headlights with the brand’s trademark “Thor’s Hammer” arrangement.
The EX90’s side profile features a high beltline with intricate indentations on the doors, while the pop-out door handles and large alloy wheels help this big EV cut cleanly through the air. Out back, the C-shaped LED taillights and windscreen-mounted light array help road users see this Volvo more clearly from behind.
Volvo Cars Philippines said the EX90 adheres to a more ecologically responsible lifestyle – it is made out of approximately 23 percent recycled steel, 22 percent recycled aluminum and 13 percent recycled plastics, which are the highest-ever quantities in any Volvo car.
‘Living room’ for 7
The EX90’s minimalist, Scandinavian aesthetic carries on when you step inside, once again contravening the fussy and overly tech-filled cabins of many German luxury marques.
Carrying on its green credentials, this big Volvo uses Nordico textile upholstery made from recycled material like PET bottles, as well as bio-attributed polymer from forests in Sweden and Finland. Meanwhile, the attractive wood panels are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, while the carpets partly consist of regenerated polyamide.
In all, the EX90’s cabin contains at least 50 kilograms of recycled plastics and bio-based materials, likewise representing the highest quantity in Volvo Cars’ entire model range. This eco-conscious approach works hand-in-hand with this luxury crossover being a usable seven-seater.
This is thanks to the flat floor architecture, individually adjustable first-and-second-row seats, cinema-style seating, power-folding rear seats and USB-C connectivity across all rows. Meanwhile, cargo capacity expands to 697 liters when the third row is folded away.
Enhancing the EX90’s sumptuous riding experience is the specially developed, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound system, which is equipped with Dolby Atmos and the new Abbey Road Studio mode. Volvo Cars Philippines said the system ensures ultra-realistic, 3D surround sound, regardless of where you sit in the vehicle.
Other luxury features include the 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes with built-in Google apps and services like Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store, along with the Ambience Themes LED lighting that is supposed to mimic natural sunlight and the four-zone climate-control system with PM2.5 air purification that enhances s quality.
Strong and safe
The EX90 may be a sensible luxury crossover, but it has the heave to outhustle even sports cars.
Dual electric motors and a 111-kWh battery pack combine to send a hearty 456 horsepower and 770 Newton-meters of torque through all four wheels. Volvo Philippines claims a 0 to 100 km/h time of just 5.9 seconds, an electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h and a maximum towing capacity of 2,200 kilograms.
The automaker also claims a maximum WLTP range of 624 kilometers on a full charge, while the DC-charging system allows you to charge the EX90 from 10 to 80 percent in around 22 minutes using a 350-kWh charger.
The EX90’s safety credentials match the immense performance, thanks to Volvo’s new-generation Safe Space Technology that integrates eight high-resolution cameras, five radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors and the Driver Understanding System to create a precise, real-time, 360-degree view of the vehicle’s surroundings.
It continuously monitors both the external environment and the driver’s state to anticipate potential risks and provide A.I.-powered assistance. This system is supported by a dual NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin-based core computer with 500 TOPS of computing power, combined with the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform, a high-precision Global Navigation Satellite System antenna and high-definition cloud maps.
Volvo also developed the software in-house so that key functions like safety and infotainment features (and even battery management) work seamlessly. The EX90’s active-safety suite likewise supports continuous over-the-air updates, including ongoing app and map improvements.
Volvo Philippines said this forward-looking digital architecture ensures that the vehicle remains a long-term asset that grows smarter and safer throughout its lifecycle.
Multi-award winner
The Volvo EX90 has received numerous accolades, including the 2025 World Luxury Car award from the World Car Awards jury that is composed of 96 automotive journalists from 30 countries.
With this, Volvo Cars now has three titles at the World Car Awards – the Volvo XC60 secured the overall World Car of the Year honors in 2018, while the Volvo EX30 was named World Urban Car in 2024.
“The Volvo EX90 is the best indication yet that Volvo is defining the vision of luxury with a kind of minimalist balance,” said World Car Awards juror and Inquirer Motoring columnist Carl Cunanan.
“It is not a choice for everyone, but its relatively unique appeal is definitely drawing interest,” he added. “Volvo was provided a different option based on what they thought was important and this is just the furthering of that.”
The EX90’s Driver Understanding System was also included in TIME magazine’s Best Inventions in 2024 – it will issue an alert via a soft nudge, followed by more consistent notifications if the initial warning is ignored. In severe cases, such as a driver falling asleep, the feature can safely stop the car and activate the Volvo EX90’s hazard lights.
As of press time, the 2026 Volvo EX90 is available only in the top-spec Ultra variant at P5,990,000.
