DS Automobiles N°8 vs Volvo ES90

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Volvo ES90 has the higher published DC charging figure at 350 kW, which is roughly 75% higher than the DS Automobiles N°8 at 200 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Volvo ES90 is listed at about 23 minutes, which is 4 minutes quicker than the DS Automobiles N°8 at 27 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Volvo ES90 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 700 km, which is roughly 55 km more than the DS Automobiles N°8 at approximately 645 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The DS Automobiles N°8 consumes 178 Wh/km, compared to 191 Wh/km for the Volvo ES90. That means the DS Automobiles N°8 uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Volvo ES90 has approximately 102 kWh of useable battery , while the DS Automobiles N°8 has approximately 97.2 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Volvo ES90 has the higher published DC figure (up to 350 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 23 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the DS Automobiles N°8 supports up to 22 kW, compared to up to 11 kW for the Volvo ES90. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the DS Automobiles N°8 is the more efficient choice at 178 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Volvo ES90 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 700 km, which is roughly 55 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.