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Volvo EX90 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (73700 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or Tesla Model 3?

Volvo EX90 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Volvo EX90

  • evident more power

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • evident more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • convincingly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EX90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model 3 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 73700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Volvo EX90 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs slightly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 130 km more than the Volvo EX90.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX90 has a evident edge – offering 680 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Volvo EX90 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Volvo EX90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 870 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

EX90

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is convincingly lighter – 1772 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 784 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more room – 594 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX90 evident takes the win – 585 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 208 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Volvo EX90
Tesla Model 3

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Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km

Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Volvo EX90
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
73700 - 94100 £
Price
31700 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
88 - 102 kWh
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
324 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
5037 mm
Length
4724 mm
Width
1964 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1744 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 585 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX90 have?

The Volvo EX90 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.