Check out Volvo EX90’s closest rivals

Volvo further solidified its position in the Philippine market by introducing the EX90 all-electric sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The brand, which is managed by Hariphil Asia Resources Incorporated (HARI) launched the said model back in February 2026, and it is the company’s entry into the three-row all-electric market, which has already been populated by a number of other brands in the past years. 

So, what are the alternatives to the all-new Volvo EX90 and what are they offering to prospective buyers? We’ll list some of them here, but first, let’s check out the specs and features of the Volvo-made SUV. 

Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 is one of the Swedish brand’s latest products that fits into the seven-seater, family-friendly SUV niche. It is based on the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) 2 platform, which it shares with other car brands under Geely Automobile. Examples include the Polestar 3 and the Volvo ES90 sedan.

For the Philippine-spec version, it uses a dual motor setup paired with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and a 111-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery. At maximum, the said powertrain can generate up to 402 horsepower (hp) and 770 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. It also has a range of up to 624 kilometers (km), according to the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), as well as a charging speed of 10-80 percent in just 22 minutes when using a direct current (DC) charger. 

Here’s a table to sum up the mechanical and performance specs of the Volvo EX90: 

Electric motor setup	Dual motor
Drivetrain	AWD
Range	624 km (WLTP)
Horsepower	402
Torque	770 Nm
Front and rear suspension	Adaptive air suspension
Brakes	Front and rear discs

Appearance-wise, the Volvo EX90 looks like an elegant land yacht that was provided with plenty of aerodynamic qualities. Up front, it comes with a closed-off grille, together with Volvo’s “Thor’s Hammer” LED headlamps. 

The vehicle comes with a sleek side section with minimal body claddings and flush door handles. Its rear section, on the other hand, is all straight lines equipped with angular C-shaped LED taillights, a trapezoidal rear window, and a quiet-looking rear bumper. 

Size-wise, the Volvo EX90 measures 5,037 mm long, 2,039 mm wide, and 1,747 mm high. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,985 mm, and a ground clearance of 216 mm. 

Notable interior features of the Volvo EX90 include leather-upholstered cinema-style seats, a four-zone automatic climate control system, sustainably sourced cabin materials, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and a Bowers & Wilkins sound system, among others. 

Dominating its dashboard is a 14.5-inch touchscreen with built-in Google apps and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The vehicle also has several USB charging ports and a wireless smartphone charging pad. 

Safety-wise, the vehicle depends on a LiDAR system, eight cameras, five radar systems, and 16 ultrasonic sensors. The aforementioned works in tandem with its advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS), which include driver-monitoring, automatic emergency braking, automatic emergency steering, intersection collision mitigation, and many others. 

As of this writing, the Volvo EX90 retails at P5.99 million. 

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Kia EV9

One of the rivals for the Volvo EX90 in the Philippine market is the Kia EV9, which Kia Philippines introduced to the local scene in October 2024. Like the other models on this list, the EV9 is a midsize all-electric SUV that seats up to seven occupants. 

Propelling the Kia EV9 is a dual motor setup and a 99.8 kWh battery. At maximum, this system can churn out 378 hp and 700 Nm of torque. According to Kia, it also has a range of 505 km. 

Likewise notable is the model’s active flap system for improved aerodynamics and its i-Pedal stop Smart Regeneration System, which enables one-pedal driving. For topping the Kia model up, it uses a CCS2 DC port that is able to increase its state-of-charge from 10-80 percent in just 24 minutes. 

Like its Volvo rival, the Kia EV9 also comes with an AWD system. Otherwise, it doesn’t have adaptive air suspension. 

For reference, here is a table summarizing the Kia EV9’s basic mechanical specs:

Electric motor setup	Dual motor
Drivetrain	AWD
Range	505 km
Horsepower	378
Torque	700 Nm
Front and rear suspension	MacPherson strut/Multi-link
Brakes	Front and rear discs

On the outside, the Kia EV9 features the brand’s “polygonal” design language, which gives it a rugged look while optimizing aerodynamics. Some of its exterior amenities include LED lighting fixtures, a dual sunroof, power-folding/adjust side mirrors, power tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, and a set of 21-inch alloy wheels.

Size-wise, the model is 5,015 mm long, 1,980 mm wide, and 1,780 mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 3,100 mm, and a ground clearance of 177 mm. 

For its interior, the model comes with the following creature comforts and driving equipment: 

• 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
• Head-up display
• Electronic parking brake
• Remote keyless entry
• Push-to-start button
• Wireless smartphone charging pad
• Leather upholstery
• Power-adjust front seats with ventilation
• Second-row relaxation seats with massage function 
• Triple-zone automatic climate controls
• 12.3-inch infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Meridian Surround sound system

For safety, the Kia EV9 depends on the DriveWise ADAS suite, together with a collection of seven airbags, anti-lock braking, hill-start assist, trailer stability assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and an anti-theft system.

Currently, the sole Kia EV9 variant sold in the Philippines is the GT Line, which retails for P5.938 million.

BMW iX

Another similarly sized rival to the Volvo EX90 is the BMW iX, but unlike already discussed above the iX is a five-seater. Otherwise, it is also a midsize SUV propelled by an all-electric powertrain.

Propelling the BMW iX is a dual motor setup connected to an AWD system and a 76.6 kWh battery. At maximum, this system can produce up to 326 hp and 630 Nm of torque. It also has a range of up to 425 km, according to the WLTP. 

For charging, the BMW iX uses CCS2 DC port that can increase its state-of-charge from 10-80 percent in 31 minutes. Like the vehicles already covered above, the model also has regenerative braking. 

Electric motor setup	Dual motor
Drivetrain	AWD
Range	425 km
Horsepower	326
Torque	630 Nm
Front and rear suspension	Double wishbone/Multi-link
Brakes	Front and rear discs

When it comes to exterior styling, the BMW iX features an impactful front end, with a large version of the BMW kidney grille. The aforementioned is flanked by sharp LED headlamp clusters, and capped from the bottom by a shapely bumper with plenty of futuristic design characteristics. 

Its side portion is smooth for the most part, but it does have a bulbous rear section equipped with a sporty-looking rear diffuser. 

The exterior of the BMW iX comes with 21-inch wheels, power-folding/adjustable side mirrors, an automatic tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, and a thermally insulated windscreen. 

Size-wise, the model is 4,953 mm long, 1,967 mm wide, and 1,695 mm high. It has 202 mm of ground clearance, and a wheelbase that spans 3,000 mm. 

Inside the BMW iX is a well-appointed cockpit and five-seater layout equipped with a four-zone automatic air conditioning system, electronic adjustable front seats, a Harman Kardon sound system, wireless smartphone charging, and ambient lighting - among others. 

Safety-wise, the model also has acoustic protection for pedestrians, cruise control, the BMW parking assistant, and  lineup of active protection systems. 

The aforementioned is accompanied by safety equipment such as anti-lock braking, dual front airbags, side front airbags, head airbags, cornering brake control, dynamic stability and traction control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-descent control, tire pressure monitoring, and many other safety features. 

Price-wise, the BMW iX, specifically the XDrive40 variant, starts at P6.29 million. 

Final thoughts

To note, the Volvo EX90 is slightly larger than the BMW iX and Kia EV9 as it is a full-size model. Regardless, it roughly falls within the same price range. 

That said, the Volvo-made all-electric SUV does have the right stuff to compete with its rivals. Moreover, it appears to offer greater range and power. This goes with its potential strength when it comes to driveability and ride comfort, due to its air suspension system - a feature that is absent on the other models on this list. 

Serious would-be car buyers on the hunt for a plush, family-friendly EV SUV, however, should do well to take the Volvo EX90 and the other models on this list for a test drive. Sure, reading specs on the internet is a good start, but having real seat time with the cars you’re looking to buy is always ideal. 

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