Volvo EX90 vs Tesla Model Y

The Volvo EX90 starts from $106,990 before on-road costs, while the Tesla Model Y opens at $65,900. That makes the Tesla Model Y the more affordable entry point by $41,090.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $117,689 and $72,490 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Volvo EX90 and Tesla Model Y hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Volvo EX90 and 96% for the Tesla Model Y.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Tesla Model Y packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Volvo EX90.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Volvo EX90 and 8 in the Tesla Model Y. The Volvo EX90 adds a 360-degree camera that the Tesla Model Y misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Volvo EX90 features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 9-inch digital dash, while the Tesla Model Y gets a 16-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volvo EX90 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Bowers & Wilkins audio that you will not find on the Tesla Model Y. The Tesla Model Y counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Volvo EX90 gets nordico/microtech upholstery while the Tesla Model Y offers vegan leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the Volvo EX90 and 2-zone in the Tesla Model Y.

The Volvo EX90 uses a Electric producing 245kW and 480Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.8 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y responds with a Electric Motor making 255kW and 340Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 245kW. In the real-world sprint, the Tesla Model Y is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 92kWh (Volvo EX90) vs 60kWh (Tesla Model Y). DC fast charging peaks at 300kW (Volvo EX90) vs 175kW (Tesla Model Y).

The Volvo EX90 measures 5,037mm long on a 2,985mm wheelbase, 245mm longer than the Tesla Model Y at 4,792mm (2,890mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volvo EX90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 384L in the Volvo EX90 and 854L in the Tesla Model Y, giving the Tesla Model Y a 470L advantage. The Volvo EX90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Tesla Model Y leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volvo EX90) vs 5 years (Tesla Model Y). Both match on warranty length.