The Volvo ES90 is expected to launch in India by late October 2026, marking Volvo's return to the sedan space after the S90 was dropped in 2024. While earlier estimates suggested ₹70–75 lakh, the latest reports point to ₹1 crore–₹1.2 crore as a CBU import. Here's what you should know before you decide.
Volvo ES90 price in India: ₹70–75 lakh estimate or ₹1 crore+ reality?
Here's the honest part. Our catalogue estimate of ₹70–75 lakh was based on earlier positioning, but as a CBU import, industry sources now suggest ₹1 crore–₹1.2 crore is more realistic. The reason is simple. The ES90 comes to India as a CBU (completely built unit, meaning it's made abroad and shipped in whole), and imported cars attract heavy duties. Final pricing will be confirmed at launch, and on-road cost will be higher once you add road tax, registration, and insurance (varies by state).
Battery, range, and charging: the numbers that matter
Globally, the ES90 uses Volvo's 800-volt SPA2 platform, shared with the EX90 SUV. You get two battery choices: 92 kWh or 106 kWh (kWh is the battery size). The 92 kWh version is rear-wheel drive, makes 333 hp and 480 Nm (pulling power), and does 0–100 km/h in 6.6 seconds. Its claimed WLTP range is 664 km. The bigger 106 kWh pack is all-wheel drive, with either 456 hp or a strong 680 hp, and a 702 km WLTP range. Remember, WLTP is a lab test, so expect around 480–500 km in real Indian driving. Charging is quick: 10–80% in 22 minutes on a 350 kW DC fast charger, which is roughly a coffee break. Volvo hasn't confirmed which battery India gets.
Interior and features: screens, sound, and reclining rear seats
Inside, the ES90 is loaded. There's a 14.5-inch portrait touchscreen, a 9-inch driver's display, and a big 13.2-inch head-up display (shows speed on the windscreen). Sound is a 14-speaker Bose system, upgradable to a 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins setup. The front seats are powered, heated, cooled, and even massage you. The rear seats recline electrically with powered side bolsters, plus heating and cooling, which matters if you're often driven around. You also get 4-zone climate control, a wireless charger, a powered boot, and a digital key. Volvo says most of this should carry over to the India-spec car.
What about ADAS? The LiDAR is gone.
One notable change for buyers who care about safety tech. Earlier, the ES90 carried a LiDAR sensor on the roof (a laser-based sensor that helps the car see the road for advanced driving aids). It's no longer fitted on Volvo's MY2026 cars after Volvo ended its contract with supplier Luminar, who went bankrupt. The ES90 should still come with Volvo's usual strong suite of ADAS features (safety tech that can warn you and brake for you), but without the extra LiDAR layer. Full India-spec safety details will come at launch.
ES90: where it fits
If priced near ₹1 crore, the ES90 would be positioned competitively in the luxury EV sedan segment. As our expert takes notes, Volvo offers a calmer, less sporty drive and a strong safety name, rather than the outright pace and badge of the Germans. If you want quiet comfort over flash, the ES90 makes sense.
Bookings and availability: a CBU launch
The ES90 is expected to launch in India by late October 2026 as a CBU import. That means limited numbers and a higher cost than a locally assembled car. Expect bookings to open at launch, with deliveries following. Volvo hasn't shared the booking amount or exact delivery timeline yet. One more thing to note: the ex-showroom price won't include a home charger or its installation, so budget a bit extra for that.
Verdict: Wait for the ES90?
The ES90 is worth waiting for if the price lands near the lower ₹1 crore band and you value comfort, silence, and Volvo's safety reputation over German sportiness. It's a CBU, so numbers will be limited, and after-sales may take patience. Our pick: wait for the final price. If it's near ₹1 crore, the ES90 is the sensible-luxury EV sedan for the buyer who's usually in the back seat, not chasing 0–100 times, with a real-world range of roughly 480–500 km that covers most weeks easily.
References: Volvo India — official website
