2025 Volvo EX90: Understanding Trim Levels and Features

Volvo's flagship electric SUV arrives with two distinct trim configurations. The 2025 EX90 Twin Motor Plus establishes the baseline equipment level, while the Twin Motor Performance delivers enhanced power and exclusive features. Both configurations seat up to seven passengers and share the same fundamental platform, but the differences in performance, technology, and luxury details help determine which variant matches your needs and budget in Ontario.

Every EX90 uses a 107 kWh usable battery paired with dual electric motors producing all-wheel drive. The standard Twin Motor Plus generates 510 hp and 671 lb-ft of torque. The Performance variant maintains identical power figures—510 hp and 671 lb-ft—as it focuses on handling dynamics rather than raw output increases. Understanding what each trim includes and where the upgrades appear helps clarify which EX90 delivers the best value for your Ontario driving requirements.

Twin Motor Plus: The Foundation

The Twin Motor Plus represents the entry point for the EX90 lineup. At this level, Volvo includes a comprehensive suite of features that would cost extra on competing luxury electric SUVs.

Exterior Features

19-inch wheels come standard, with optional 20, 21, or 22-inch designs available. The EX90's design language emphasizes clean surfaces and minimal ornamentation. Flush door handles, a closed front grille, and the signature Thor's Hammer LED headlights create a cohesive aesthetic. Rear combination lights span the width of the tailgate, echoing Volvo's current design direction across the electric lineup.

Lidar sensors sit prominently on the roof, integrated into a streamlined housing that minimizes aerodynamic impact. These sensors feed data to the vehicle's advanced driver assistance systems, enabling features like Pilot Assist and City Safety to function with greater precision.

Interior Technology and Comfort

Inside, the Twin Motor Plus features a 14.5-inch center touchscreen running Volvo's latest Google-built infotainment system. Google Maps handles navigation with real-time traffic updates, Google Assistant provides voice control, and Google Play grants access to a library of compatible apps. The system receives over-the-air software updates to add new features and improve existing functionality over time.

A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster displays driving information directly in front of the driver. The display's layout adapts based on driving mode and selected information priorities. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto provide alternative phone integration methods for drivers who prefer those ecosystems.

Seating accommodations include power-adjustable front seats with memory function, heating for all three rows, and premium upholstery. The second row slides and tilts to facilitate third-row access, while the third row power-folds flat when not needed. With all three rows in use, cargo capacity measures 324 L. Fold the third row, and capacity expands to 669 L. Drop both rear rows, and the EX90 offers 1,288 L of cargo space—enough for Ontario cottage weekends or airport runs for large families.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Volvo's complete safety suite comes standard. This includes BLIS with steering support, Cross Traffic Alert with autobrake, Oncoming Lane Mitigation, Pilot Assist, and City Safety with detection for pedestrians, cyclists, and large animals. The lidar system enhances these features by providing detailed three-dimensional mapping of the environment up to 250 meters ahead, enabling earlier detection of obstacles and more precise intervention when needed.

A 360° camera system displays the area around the vehicle during parking maneuvers. Parking sensors at the front, rear, and sides provide audio warnings as you approach obstacles. Park Pilot Assist can automatically steer the vehicle into parallel, perpendicular, and diagonal parking spaces while you control the throttle and brake.

Climate and Convenience

Four-zone automatic climate control allows each occupant zone to set individual temperature preferences. The air purification system filters incoming air to remove particles, pollen, and odors—valuable during Ontario's allergy seasons or when driving in areas with wildfire smoke. Remote climate pre-conditioning via the Volvo Cars app starts the climate system before you enter the vehicle, ensuring a comfortable cabin temperature regardless of outdoor conditions.

Wireless phone charging pads accommodate two devices simultaneously. USB-C ports throughout all three rows keep devices charged during long drives. A panoramic glass roof spans the first and second rows, creating an open, airy cabin feel while UV-treated glass blocks excessive heat.

Twin Motor Performance: Elevated Dynamics

The Performance trim builds on the Plus foundation with upgrades focused on driving dynamics, audio quality, and luxury details.

Performance Enhancements

While horsepower and torque figures remain at 510 hp and 671 lb-ft, the Performance trim receives chassis tuning upgrades. Larger brakes—400 mm front discs paired with 390 mm rears—provide increased stopping power and fade resistance during aggressive driving or when towing near the 2,200 kg maximum capacity. Performance-tuned suspension dampers sharpen handling response and body control without compromising ride quality on Ontario's less-than-perfect roads.

The Performance's 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.9 seconds makes it one of the quickest seven-seat SUVs available in Canada. Top speed remains electronically limited to 180 km/h for both trims, matching most Canadian highway speeds with significant margin.

Bowers & Wilkins Audio

The most significant upgrade in the Performance trim is the Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity audio system. This 25-speaker, 1,610-watt setup includes headrest-mounted speakers in the front seats and a subwoofer integrated into the vehicle's structure. Dolby Atmos support enables three-dimensional sound staging when playing compatible content.

Four listening modes adjust the acoustic signature. Studio mode replicates the neutral sound of a recording studio. Individual Stage positions the soundstage directly in front of you, simulating a private concert. Concert Hall mode recreates the acoustics of Gothenburg's concert hall. Jazz Club mode adds the intimate warmth of a small venue. Each mode applies sophisticated digital signal processing to match the cabin's specific acoustic properties.

Speaker grilles use double-etched stainless steel with backlit wood surrounds, integrating audio equipment into the interior design rather than treating it as an afterthought. The system's clarity benefits from the EX90's quiet cabin—the electric powertrain's absence of engine noise, combined with acoustic glass and enhanced sound deadening, creates an ideal listening environment.

Additional Luxury Features

Front seat ventilation adds cooling airflow during Ontario's summer months, complementing the standard heating function. The ventilation perforations integrate seamlessly into the leather upholstery without compromising material quality. Heated and ventilated seats prove valuable year-round—warming seats in winter and cooling them during summer highway drives.

Nappa leather replaces the standard leather, offering a softer texture and more supple feel. This extends across all seating surfaces, door panel inserts, and dashboard sections. Available wool blend upholstery provides a sustainable alternative while maintaining premium appearance and comfort.

Comparing the Trims

Range Considerations

Range varies based on wheel choice. Models equipped with 21-inch wheels achieve up to 499 km on a full charge. The larger 20 and 22-inch wheel options reduce range slightly to 483 km due to increased rolling resistance and aerodynamic disruption. For Ontario drivers covering longer distances—Toronto to Ottawa trips, for example—the 21-inch wheels optimize efficiency.

Charging rates remain consistent across trims. The EX90 supports DC fast charging up to 250 kW, allowing a 10-80% charge in approximately 30 minutes under ideal conditions. Level 2 home charging at 48 amps takes roughly 10 hours for a complete charge—perfect for overnight replenishment.

Which Trim Makes Sense?

The Twin Motor Plus suits families who prioritize value and essential features. Its comprehensive standard equipment leaves little to be desired. You receive the same spacious seven-seat layout, identical performance, and full safety suite as the Performance trim. The audio system, while not Bowers & Wilkins-level, delivers satisfying sound quality for typical listening.

The Twin Motor Performance appeals to drivers who prioritize audio quality and prefer ventilated seating. If you spend significant time in your vehicle and value an exceptional listening experience, the Bowers & Wilkins system justifies its premium. The Nappa leather and ventilated seats enhance comfort during longer drives and provide a more luxurious touch point every time you enter the cabin.

Budget considerations matter. The price difference between trims ranges significantly, and determining whether the Performance upgrades warrant the additional expenditure depends on your priorities. Test driving both trims at our Mississauga location helps clarify whether the enhanced audio and luxury details resonate with your preferences.

Contact Our Sales Team at Volvo Cars Mississauga

The 2025 EX90 delivers Volvo's vision for flagship electric luxury in both Twin Motor Plus and Performance configurations. Our team at Volvo Cars Mississauga maintains inventory across both trims and can demonstrate the specific features that differentiate them. Schedule a visit to our showroom in Mississauga to compare trim levels firsthand and discuss financing options that fit your budget.