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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Volvo ES90
Selected trimLong Range RWDChange trim339 mi · 77.4 kWh · £47,050
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim409 mi · 92 kWh · £67,560
At a glance
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Volvo ES90 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
6.5
Volvo
5.2
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
6.8
Volvo
5.7
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.2
Volvo
3.5
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7.9
Volvo
7.4
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
7.1
Volvo
4.4
What each car does better
The measurable advantages behind each verdict - every claim carries its own evidence.
Key specifications
The essentials for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £47,050 (better) | £67,560 |
| Official range | 339 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 401 L | 424 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 6.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Volvo ES90
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 64,855mm-145mm
Volvo ES905,000mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 61,880mm-62mm
Volvo ES901,942mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 61,495mm-54mm
Volvo ES901,549mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions and how each car fits into typical UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,855 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,880 mm (better) | 1,942 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,141 mm | 2,120 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,549 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 520 mm spare (better) | 458 mm spare |
People & luggage
Passenger capacity, child-seat provision, luggage space and towing.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 899 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 401 L | 424 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1370 L | 1427 L (better) |
| Frunk | 45 L (better) | 27 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | 1,600 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 85% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Volvo ES90
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 85% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- 3,102 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD |  Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.86m | 5.00m+145mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.94m+62mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.12m-21mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.55m+54mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 3.10m+152mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 401L | 424L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1370L | 1427L (better) |
| Frunk | 45L (better) | 27L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 899mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,948kg (better) | 2,410kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | 1,600kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 77.4kWh | 92kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 339 mi | 409 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 350kW | 350kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,050 (better) | £67,560 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2022+ | 2026+ |
* Volvo ES90: 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
Compare official and estimated range, charging performance, efficiency and batteries.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 339 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 282 miles | 286 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 158 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 77.4 kWh | 92 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Acceleration, power and drivetrain for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 6.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 168 kW | 245 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 480 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
Aggregated road-test scores from the UK motoring press.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Long Range RWD
Volvo ES90
Single Motor Extended Range
Watch the reviews
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; specifications above describe your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
Your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car usually matter more than an EV-only annual estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance against an ICE alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Your cost per mile against petrol and diesel, for where you would charge.
Check a lease quote
Test the effective monthly cost against list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range
Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range
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.
Warranty
Published battery warranty terms for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
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Volvo ES90
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
- £25,8992024Car360View
- £24,8902024Car360View
Volvo ES90
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo ES90 worth the extra £20,510 over the Hyundai IONIQ 6?
The Volvo ES90 costs £20,510 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 6. For that premium it adds 70 miles more WLTP range, 77 kW more power and a 0.8s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Volvo ES90?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is £20,510 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 6 comes out roughly £20,630 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and Volvo ES90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 282 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and 286 miles for the Volvo ES90 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-22 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Volvo ES90?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 62 mm narrower than the Volvo ES90. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 520 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and about 458 mm of total clearance for the Volvo ES90.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Volvo ES90?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and 84% for the Volvo ES90. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 6 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
Go deeper on each car
Owner feedback, critic verdicts, used prices and battery health live on the full model pages.
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See both cars in our rankings
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Data accuracy
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