Volvo ES90 review

Two specifications are available, Plus and Ultra, with prices starting at £69,760 for the former, £79,160 for the latter. The cars are generally well equipped and a glance at the configurator suggests speccing an ES90 is a less wallet-wilting process than its key German rivals. 

Options include the active chassis with adaptive dampers (£1,995), various alloy wheel choices (£795 for the 21in aero spoke wheels, £995 for diamond cut Y-spoke ones), electrochromic panoramic roof (£995), and the perforated and ventilated Nordico upholstery (£800).

The ES90 is compatible with Volvo’s Plug & Charge service, which allows owners/users to link their preferred payment method to the car. That means no faffing about at charging points or clogging up your smartphone with Apps. Speaking of which, the ES90 encourages you to turn your phone into the key.

If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know that residual values on large EVs have been subject to some punishing market forces. Lease deals obviously depend on spec, mileage and supplier, but expect the ES90 Plus to cost around £950 per month on a personal lease, £805 per month for a business one.