Stoneacre Volvo is offering chamber members the chance to test drive a new electric car not available in the UK until spring 2025

7th January 2025

Stoneacre Sheffield, on Penistone Road, is inviting local drivers to experience the Volvo EX90 in person, as the car takes its initial journey to a select number of locations across the UK.

The award-winning EX90, which is Volvo’s largest fully electric SUV to date, will be at Stoneacre Sheffield from 16 to 19 January, providing an opportunity to see the exciting new addition to the Volvo line-up and to chat to the expert team on site. 

Those who book an exclusive test drive will be guided around the car to take in its modern, sustainable-focused design and Volvo’s latest technology before having the chance to experience the car’s performance for themselves.

The test drive will be followed by a traditional  Scandanavian Fika break – to give drivers the opportunity to reflect on their experience and ask any more questions they may have. 

Steven Morris, Retailer Principal at Stoneacre Sheffield, said:

“We’re delighted to host the new Volvo EX90 and look forward to welcoming Sheffield drivers for a first look at this stunning new car. 

“The EX90 is our largest fully electric SUV to date and offers all of the premium quality and sustainability associated with Volvo, while defining a new era for safety."

To find out more about the new, fully electric Volvo EX90 and book your test drive experience, visit www.thevolvoex90exclusivedrive.co.uk

However, if you are not sure if EV driving is for you, here, the experts at Stoneacre Volvo Sheffield run through the most common conversations you might need to have to help you on your way.

Will an EV work for me and my family?

As with any car purchase, you’ll be looking to buy a vehicle that suits your lifestyle needs.

Whether you’ve got a family to accommodate for or it’s just for you, a couple of the most common considerations are – will the car be nippy around town and easy to park, or whether it’ll be comfortable on long motorway cruises.

With an EV, this is where battery size comes into the fore, with the amount of range available on a full charge dependant on how big or small the battery and its capacity is.

So, it’s important at this stage to know what kind of mileage you’ll need out of your EV to help you decide on which car will meet your needs.

Is it costly and inconvenient to charge an EV

The cost of running an electric vehicle is one of the most common reasons to switch to an EV.

Despite the fact it will take a little longer, charging at home will always be one of the cheapest options - especially for those who charge overnight and are with an electricity supplier who offers lower nightly rates.

When compared to filling your tank with fuel, charging an EV home will almost always be notably cheaper - and you don’t have to go anywhere to do it.

When away from home, it’s good to know where the best chargers are - you’ll largely want to look for a good balance between fast charging and low cost.

Supermarkets can offer reasonably fast charging (anywhere up to around 22kW) at a decent price; meanwhile, chargers at service stations will often offer a rapid option but the price will reflect this.

The UK charging network is only getting larger and stronger as time goes on, and resources as to where to find good options are plentiful, including the Volvo Cars smartphone app which can help you find the best options on any journey.

How long will it take to charge?

A common question when it comes to EVs, as understandably most people don’t want to be hanging around too much when charging their car.

The answer depends on the speed of the charger being used  (and the size of the battery). For example, a 7kW charger will typically take several hours, while a 22kW charger can take just one or two hours to fully charge your vehicle, and a rapid charger less than 60 minutes.

Using the brand-new Volvo EX40 Twin Motor as an example, a 0-100% charge at home can take 13 hours - but it can take just 28 minutes on a rapid charger to achieve a 10-80% charge (with 175kW DC fast charging (CCS2))

A good tip is to only charge your car for the number of miles you need till you can easily charge again. Working to this approach might mean you need a lot less time charging than you would if you were to charge to 100% capacity each time.

If this has busted a few of the myths around EV ownership and you want to know more, why not come along to the Penistone Road site and take advantage of a chat with the team and test drive the EX90 or one of the other fabulous vehicles in the Volvo range?