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Lotus Eletre vs Volvo ES90
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim409 mi · 92 kWh · £67,560
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Eletre leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Volvo ES90 leads on value for money and running costs.
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 have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Volvo ES90 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Eletre leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVolvo
Lotus
4.4
Volvo
5.2
Motorway RangeLotus
Lotus
6.7
Volvo
5.7
FamilyLotus
Lotus
5
Volvo
3.5
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.3
Volvo
7.4
Cost Per MileVolvo
Lotus
1.5
Volvo
4.4
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 ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £86,885 | £67,560 (better) |
| Official range | 373 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 611 L (better) | 424 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 6.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Eletre
Volvo ES90
Length
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Volvo ES905,000mm-103mm
Width
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Volvo ES901,942mm-77mm
Height
Lotus Eletre1,630mm
Volvo ES901,549mm-81mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,019 mm | 1,942 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,231 mm | 2,120 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,549 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 381 mm spare | 458 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | 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) | 611 L (better) | 424 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1532 L (better) | 1427 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 27 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 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 ES90
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 80% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- 3,102 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Eletre 600 |  Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.10m | 5.00m-103mm |
| Width | 2.02m | 1.94m-77mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.23m | 2.12m-111mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.55m-81mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.02m | 3.10m+83mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 611L (better) | 424L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1532L (better) | 1427L |
| Frunk | Not available | 27L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 899mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,640kg | 2,410kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 112kWh (better) | 92kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 409 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 367kW (better) | 350kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £86,885 | £67,560 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| 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.
* 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
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Volvo ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles | 409 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles (better) | 286 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 | 158 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 109 kWh (better) | 92 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 ES90Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 6.6 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
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
Volvo ES90
Single Motor Extended Range
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Lotus Eletre
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Prices & deals
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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 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.
Buying options
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Lotus Eletre
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Volvo ES90
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Lotus Eletre
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- £62,9992024Car360View
Volvo ES90
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £19,325 over the Volvo ES90?
The Lotus Eletre costs £19,325 more than the Volvo ES90. For that premium it adds 187 litres more boot space, 205 kW more power and a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The Volvo ES90 is not just cheaper - it also offers 36 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Lotus Eletre comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Eletre or the Volvo ES90?
The Volvo ES90 is £19,325 cheaper to buy. The Volvo ES90 is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Lotus Eletre, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Volvo ES90 comes out roughly £19,485 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 ES90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre and 286 miles for the Volvo ES90 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Eletre goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Eletre or the Volvo ES90?
The Volvo ES90 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 77 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 458 mm of total clearance for the Volvo ES90 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 .