Volvo Car SA has cut the price of its flagship EX90 derivative by some R410 000 (while hiking power to 500 kW!) and added 2 somewhat more attainable “Plus” variants…
- Volvo adds 2 more attainable Plus variants
- Entry point to EX90 ownership falls R795k
- Price of flagship Ultra drops (as power rises)
When the Volvo EX90 launched in South Africa in March 2025, it was available exclusively in Twin Motor Performance Ultra guise, priced from a heady R2 650 000. Now, however, the Swedish firm’s local division has quietly cut this fully electric flagship derivative’s starting price by some R410 000, while also increasing its peak power by 110 kW.
Furthermore, Volvo Car South Africa has expanded the local 7-seater EX90 portfolio with the introduction of a pair of Plus-badged variants (including an entry-level Single Motor derivative), effectively dropping the range’s starting price by some R795 000 in the process.
Yes, thanks to a handy heads-up from the smart folks over at duoporta.com, we know not only that the line-up has been expanded but also that the EX90 Twin Motor Performance Ultra has had its price reduced from the original R2 650 000 to R2 240 000.
At the same time, this variant has had its peak power hiked from 390 kW to 500 kW, with maximum torque interestingly falling from 910 Nm to 870 Nm. Thanks to the extra power, the claimed 0-100 kph time improves from 4.9 seconds to 4.2 seconds, while the listed single-charge range (from the 106 kWh battery pack) now comes in at 720 km.
From what we understand, this updated model also switches from the previous version’s 400-volt system to a new 800-volt architecture. This is said to reduce heat generation during charging, ostensibly enabling faster charging speeds.
Meanwhile, the new EX90 Single Motor Plus debuts as the entry point to the expanded line-up, priced from R1 855 000. As its name suggests, this derivative features a solitary motor (driving the rear axle), which offers 245 kW and 480 Nm, enough for a claimed 6.8-second sprint from standstill to 100 kph. The listed range from this derivative’s 92 kWh battery is 705 km.
The EX90 Twin Motor Plus costs R100 000 more at R1 955 000 and gains a 2nd motor (powering the front axle) and the same 106 kWh battery as the Performance flagship. This all-wheel-drive variant’s peak outputs stand at 335 kW and 670 Nm, while the 0-100 kph time is a claimed 5.5 seconds. Volvo says the single-charge range is 720 km.
What does the Volvo EX90 cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| EX90 Single Motor Plus | R1 855 000 |
| EX90 Twin Motor Plus | R1 955 000 |
| EX90 Twin Motor Performance Ultra | R2 240 000 |
The prices above include a 5-year/100 000 km vehicle warranty, an 8-year/160 000 km battery warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What does the expanded Volvo EX90 range cost in South Africa?
A: The Volvo EX90 line-up now starts from R1 855 000 for the Single Motor Plus, rising to R1 955 000 for the Twin Motor Plus and R2 240 000 for the flagship Twin Motor Performance Ultra.
Q: How much was the price cut and power increased on the flagship Volvo EX90 Ultra?
A: The price of the flagship EX90 Twin Motor Performance Ultra was slashed by R410 000 (down from R2 650 000 to R2 240 000), while its peak power was boosted by 110 kW to a total of 500 kW (with 870 Nm of torque).
Q: What are the performance and range specs of the new entry-level Volvo EX90 Single Motor Plus?
A: The rear-wheel-drive EX90 Single Motor Plus delivers 245 kW and 480 Nm of torque, features a 92 kWh battery pack with a claimed single-charge range of up to 705 km, and completes the 0–100 km/h sprint in 6.8 seconds.
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