Volvo's electric sedan ES90 emerges with 111 kWh battery

A leak from Volvo's internal board has ignited anticipation by revealing details about its upcoming electric sedan, possibly named the ES90. With a 111 kWh battery and a host of impressive specs, the V551 (as it's known internally) will set many hearts racing.

Volvo's prototype production, unveiled in a photo alongside a conspicuously labeled "CONFIDENTIAL TOP SECRET" sign, hints at the company's enthusiasm for the project. Reported by Swedish outlet TeknikensVärld, the leaked specs include a substantial 111 kWh battery (107 kWh usable), delivering 373 miles of range. The V551, with a 122 inches wheelbase and 5,732 lb curb weight, will offer two drive configurations: dual-motor all-wheel drive and single-motor rear-wheel drive. Prototype production is slated to begin in May 2024, with retail availability expected by mid-2025.

This places the ES90 in direct competition with mid-size luxury electric sedans like the Mercedes EQE, BMW i5, Tesla Model S, and Lucid Air - only a few years late to the party.

The ES90 is Volvo's first car developed entirely by the company's China-based R&D team. While Volvo produces many of its electric models in China, the automaker has maintained a significant engineering and design presence in its home country, Sweden.

Looking ahead to mid-2025, the projected 372 miles of range may no longer stand out in a market where technological advancements occur swiftly. As the automotive industry progresses, crucial questions arise: Will Volvo introduce an 800V architecture? Can it incorporate cutting-edge autonomy features? Will the ES90 disrupt the luxury EV sedan segment with competitive pricing?

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