A few months ago, Lexus surprised with the launch of its LM, a luxurious VIP “minivan” designed for the transportation of passengers. The Japanese firm thus entered a new segment through the front door, with a very sophisticated and exclusive proposal.
Now it is the turn of Volvo, another prestigious firm that debuts in the premium MPV category. It does so with the EM90, an attractive passenger vehicle with a very futuristic design, both outside and inside, and focused on the well-being of its occupants.
Although the MPV segment is new for the Gotteborg manufacturer, the concept of versatility is not at all unknown to Volvo. In fact, the 1953 Volvo Duett was developed specifically as a versatile and spacious car many years before the minivan category formally existed. And it goes without saying the successful and prolific history of Volvo as a manufacturer of family cars, one of the great “specialties” of the Scandinavian company, along with safety.
The EM90 is also a valuable addition to the brand's fully electric vehicle portfolio, a model renewal aimed at ensuring that, from 2030, Volvo will only sell fully electric vehicles worldwide.
From the Swedish manufacturer they explain that the philosophy of the EM90 is based on the feeling of home. They wanted to create a vehicle with “space for life”, a place in which to find time to connect, think or simply relax and spend pleasant and quality experiences during journeys in the company of loved ones to find peace and enrich every moment of the journey. trip or displacement.
With the EM90, Volvo launches a new style standard for the MPV segment. The interior has been conceived as a real living room in motion. The Scandinavian design details offer an exclusive and relaxing luxury experience and provide maximum comfort to fully enjoy your time in the car interior.
The first evidence of this new aesthetic style occurs through the exterior design. At the front, the headlights are inspired by Thor's iconic hammer, instantly recognizable and giving it an imposing look. These optical groups are integrated into a front that includes the illuminated brand logo, a functionality that appears for the first time in a Volvo.
At the rear, the illuminated brand name and elegant headlight design make the EM90 stand out among modern premium designs. The iconic vertical taillights, classic on Volvo estate variants, have also evolved so that their rear silhouette, based on the skyline of modern cities, extends both up and down, with the metal strip representing the skyline.
Advanced sound insulation and road noise cancellation technology is responsible for providing an additional degree of sound comfort, while the two-chamber air suspension and quiet tires promise an even more pleasant driving experience.
To complement quality acoustics, the EM90 features the extraordinary sound quality of 21 Bowers speakers
There are also other cutting-edge technologies designed to make life easier and more pleasant for its occupants, such as 5G connectivity where available, voice assistant to facilitate connection with the vehicle interactively or a large 15.4-inch infotainment screen. .
Mounted on the ceiling is another 15.6” high-definition screen with camera, which can be deployed for a business video conference. The system also supports mobile screen casting and a wide variety of third-party applications.
This overhead display is part of a multifunctional suite of smart displays and surfaces that turn the EM90 interior into a theater, meeting room or bedroom for the rear seats. Screens, seats, windows, air conditioning and lighting automatically adjust to the chosen option.
Even with preliminary technical data not compatible with WLTP standards, the EM90 announces a range of up to 738 kilometers (according to the CLTC test cycle, only applicable to the Chinese market). It has a 116 kWh battery and a charging time from 10% to 80% is expected to be less than 30 minutes.
Its electric motor develops a power of 200 kW that allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds. Like the EX90, the EM90 also incorporates all the technology necessary for bidirectional charging. This function allows you to use the battery as a power source to charge other vehicles and electrical devices.
