Volvo's EM90: The Electric Minivan That's More Living Room Than Car
Alright, let's rev up our electric motors and look into the latest 'electrifying' creation from Volvo - their upcoming all-electric minivan, the EM90. Now, you know me, I've seen my fair share of 'future of family travel' pitches. But when Volvo talks about turning a minivan into a Scandinavian living room on wheels, you bet I'm all ears - and maybe just a smidge of raised eyebrows.
Cruising in Comfort: Volvo's All-Electric EM90 Minivan
So, the EM90 is stretching its legs - and I mean stretching. At about 17 feet long (5,206 mm), 6.6 feet wide (2,024 mm), and just over 6 feet tall (1,859 mm), this isn't your grandma's grocery-getter. It's more like her living room scooted out on the road, with enough space to swing a couple of cats - not that I recommend swinging cats, mind you.
Under its floor, the EM90 packs a 272 hp electric motor - a decent punch that won't leave you begging for mercy at the traffic lights. No word on the 0-60 mph times yet, but let's be honest, if you're in a living room on wheels, are you really in that much of a hurry?
And the battery? Well, Volvo's offering two options: a 116 kWh pack for an estimated 435 miles (700 km) of range, or a beefier 140 kWh for those who fancy pushing it to about 510 miles (822 km) - because who doesn't want to drive from Chicago to Nashville without recharging?
Now, let's talk dollars and sense. The price tag remains a well-guarded secret, but let's just say I'm expecting it to make my wallet flinch.
Rolling Luxury Lounge: The Inside Story
The interior of this beast is where things get interesting. It’s a six-seater configuration where everyone gets their 'zone.' I’m picturing a 'no siblings allowed' sticker in each of these zones. Each seat is decked out with creature comforts that might just rival my first apartment. Massaging seats? Check. Personal climate control? Check. Zero-gravity setting in the second row? Double-check - and maybe this is where that slightly raised eyebrow starts to settle down.
And the materials - we've got Orrefors crystal and back-lit wood panels. It's like Volvo raided a high-end Scandinavian furniture store and thought, "Yep, this'll do for a minivan."
Let's not forget the panoramic sunroof, giving you a slice of the sky - because nothing says luxury like staring up at the clouds when you're stuck in traffic.
The Verdict: Before We Even See It
Volvo's promise with the EM90 is clear: this isn't just about getting from A to B; it's about how you feel getting there. And as we look forward to November 12, I'm left with a burning question: Will the journey in the EM90 be as serene as they promise, or will it be just another high-tech box on wheels? For now, I'm cautiously optimistic - and that's coming from someone who still misses the roar of a gasoline engine just a tiny bit.
Yours truly,
Captain Electro
