One year after its arrival, the 2026 Volvo EX90 receives several major hardware and software updates. The biggest one? An 800-volt electrical system replaces the existing 400-volt setup, allowing it to take full advantage of 350-kW DC chargers. This new architecture enables faster charging speeds, all while reducing heat generation. Together with an improved battery management software developed in-house, the EX90 can replenish 250 km or around 155 miles of range in just 10 minutes. Additionally, a new smart algorithm works in tandem with the 800-volt system to optimize charging speeds.
The 2026 Volvo EX90’s new 800-volt electrical architecture goes beyond charging improvements. According to Volvo, it also allows it to use energy more efficiently and deliver more power for quicker acceleration. Currently available only in dual-motor AWD configuration, the standard model has 402 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the Performance variant bumps output to 510 hp and 671 lb-ft. Although Volvo did not disclose an output increase for the EX90, expect the new 800-volt architecture to improve power ramp-up and responsiveness to the driver’s inputs. In terms of driving range, the EX90 currently has an EPA rating of up to 310 miles for both variants based on the wheel size chosen. That number may increase thanks to the efficiency improvements.
Other changes for the 2026 Volvo EX90 include the addition of an electrochromatic panoramic roof. First introduced on the ES90 sedan, this allows the roof to turn opaque to block out light with the touch of a button. Built in Volvo’s plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, the EX90 is closely related to the Polestar 3, sharing the same SPA2 platform and assembly point. Both use the same 111-kWh battery. Expect the Polestar 3 to also receive this new 800-volt electric architecture for the 2026 update.
Source: Volvo
