VOLVO'S NEW FLAGSHIP 3-ROW EV FALLS SHORT OF XC90'S EXCELLENCE // 2025 VOLVO EX90 REVIEW

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The 2025 Volvo EX90, positioned as the brand's new electric flagship, ultimately falls short of expectations and fails to surpass its acclaimed predecessor, the XC90. While boasting impressive power (510 hp, 671 lb-ft torque) and a comfortable ride with excellent one-pedal driving, the EX90 is plagued by significant compromises. The reviewer highlights a real-world highway range of approximately 267 miles, falling short of the advertised 300. Criticisms extend to a frustrating user interface with a frequently freezing screen, a lack of physical climate controls, an irritating windshield wiper system, and uncomfortable, non-ventilated seats even on the high-end trim. Accessing the third row is difficult, and space is severely limited. The reviewer concludes that the EX90 feels like a beta test, lacking the refinement and user-friendliness expected at its price point. The established XC90, particularly the plug-in hybrid, is recommended as a superior alternative offering better packaging, more physical controls, and a more complete, less compromised experience for a lower cost.