DecodedCarsTesla Model Y vs Volvo EX90
2026 Tesla Model Y vs 2026 Volvo EX90 — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $250 a year less in fuel for the Tesla Model Y (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
The Volvo EX90 is the bigger car, about 10 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Volvo EX90 has had fewer recall campaigns (3 vs 43).
The two cars
The 2026 Tesla Model Y is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 189 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,363 lb.
The 2026 Volvo EX90 is a standard SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 198 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,928 lb (4dr SUV Single Motor).
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model Y if…
- You want an EV with more range (357 miles)
- You want something easier to park (10 in shorter)
Choose the Volvo EX90 if…
- You need more seats (7 vs 5)
- You want more room (10 in longer)
- You put reliability history first (3 vs 43 recalls since 2005)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Tesla Model Y
- Long EV rangeUp to 357 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- 8 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
2026 Volvo EX90
- Long EV rangeUp to 305 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Strong performanceUp to 670 hp, versus about 355 hp for similar 2026 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
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