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Lotus Eletre vs Volvo EX90
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim351 mi · 92 kWh · £80,160
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Eletre leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Volvo EX90 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Volvo EX90 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Volvo EX90 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVolvo
Lotus
4.4
Volvo
4.9
Motorway RangeLotus
Lotus
6.7
Volvo
4.3
FamilyVolvo
Lotus
5
Volvo
8.6
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.3
Volvo
8.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £86,885 | £80,160 (better) |
| Official range | 373 miles (better) | 351 miles |
| Boot space | 611 L (better) | 324 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Eletre
Volvo EX90
Length
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Volvo EX905,037mm-66mm
Width
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Volvo EX901,964mm-55mm
Height
Lotus Eletre1,630mm-114mm
Volvo EX901,744mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,019 mm | 1,964 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,231 mm | 2,113 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 381 mm spare | 436 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 926 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 611 L (better) | 324 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1532 L | 2082 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 46 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Volvo EX90
- At 5,037 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 2,985 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Eletre 600 |  Volvo EX90 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.10m | 5.04m-66mm |
| Width | 2.02m | 1.96m-55mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.23m | 2.11m-118mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.74m+114mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.02m | 2.98m-34mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 611L (better) | 324L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1532L | 2082L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 46L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 926mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,640kg | 2,555kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 112kWh (better) | 92kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi (better) | 351 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 367kW (better) | 350kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £86,885 | £80,160 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles (better) | 351 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles (better) | 246 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 367 kW (better) | 350 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 185 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 109 kWh (better) | 88 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 245 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm (better) | 480 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
Volvo EX90
Single Motor
7.7/10
average across 5 reviews
- Top Gear9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express3.5/5
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Lotus Eletre
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX90 Single Motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist86%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Lotus Eletre
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Volvo EX90
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Live used listings
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Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Volvo EX90
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £6,725 over the Volvo EX90?
The Lotus Eletre costs £6,725 more than the Volvo EX90. For that premium it adds 287 litres more boot space, 205 kW more power and a 2.3s quicker 0-62mph time. The Volvo EX90 is not just cheaper - it also offers 2 more seats (7 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Volvo EX90 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Eletre or the Volvo EX90?
The Volvo EX90 is £6,725 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £200 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Volvo EX90 comes out roughly £6,765 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lotus Eletre and Volvo EX90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre and 246 miles for the Volvo EX90 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Eletre goes roughly 65 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Eletre or the Volvo EX90?
The Volvo EX90 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 55 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 436 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX90 and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .