2024 VOLVO EX90 HANDS ON FIRST LOOK

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The Volvo EX90 is presented as a significant step forward for the brand, aiming to replace the popular XC90 with an all-electric, three-row SUV. The reviewer highlights its conventionally boxy, practical design, contrasting it with more 'egg-shaped' EVs. Key strengths include a spacious and comfortable interior with a usable third row, a flat floor, and Scandinavian-inspired, sustainable materials like wool blends and recycled fabrics. The vehicle boasts an extensive sensor suite, including standard lidar, positioning it as Volvo's safest vehicle yet, with hardware for advanced autonomy. Practicality is emphasized with a large, conventional cargo area and features like a power-operated third row. On the performance front, the EX90 will offer dual-motor AWD configurations, with a 'Twin Motor Performance' variant delivering higher horsepower. Volvo targets around 300 miles of EPA-estimated range for the North American version. Charging is capable of 250 kW peak rates, achieving 10-80% in about 30 minutes. The reviewer notes the 400-volt architecture, which is standard for the industry, and the potential for federal tax credits due to South Carolina production. While the software is in early beta, the overall impression is of a well-equipped, safe, and practical electric family hauler.