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Volvo Prices ES90 in Australia, Opens Orders for Sub-$100k Flagship EV

The single‑motor fastback emphasizes 800‑volt charging, standard LiDAR, a software‑centric platform.

Overview

  • Volvo has confirmed two rear‑drive grades — Plus and Ultra — priced at $88,880 and $107,990 before on‑road costs.
  • Orders are open now in Australia with first customer deliveries slated for early 2026.
  • The ES90’s entry price sits below the Luxury Car Tax threshold and undercuts the Mercedes‑Benz EQE, BMW i5 and Genesis Electrified G80.
  • Single‑motor models use a 92 kWh battery and a 245 kW/480 Nm rear motor for a claimed 0–100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
  • An 800‑volt system supports roughly 300 kW DC fast‑charging with a claimed 10–80% top‑up in about 20 minutes on a 350 kW charger, while a standard sensor suite includes LiDAR.