Plug-in hybrid · 2015–2018
How much it costs to charge the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine AWD (9,2 kWh, 407 CV)
9.2 kWh battery. Charging from 20 to 80% puts 5.5 kWh into the battery: see what it costs at home, how long it takes and what you pay at a public charger.
Charging at home
Charging at home from 20 to 80%
On a 24-hour tariff, the time makes no difference: the same price at any hour. On a night rate, charge during the night hours (23h00 to 8h00; yours are on your bill). EV tariffs add an even cheaper window in the early hours.
| 24-hour (standard) €0.3300/kWh, typical 24-hour unit rate | 2.00 € |
| Night rate, night hours €0.1850/kWh, 23h00 to 8h00 | 1.12 € |
| Night rate, day hours €0.3450/kWh: avoid charging at these times | 2.09 € |
| Typical 24-hour rate €0.3300/kWh (there is no regulated tariff in Ireland) | 2.00 € |
Prices including 9% VAT, typical unit rates from Irish suppliers (with a new-customer discount), checked on 2026-10. Standing charge not included. Includes 10% charging losses.
How long it takes to charge from 20 to 80%
| Charger | Time |
|---|---|
| 3-pin plug (10 A, 2.3 kW) | 2 h 38 min |
| 16 A industrial socket or wallbox (3.7 kW) | 1 h 38 min |
| 7 kW home charger (32 A, 7.4 kW) (the car only accepts 3.7 kW) | 1 h 38 min |
Approximate times, losses included. On a fast charger, average power of 60% of the car’s maximum.
Public charging
At a public charger, the price depends on the operator and on your payment method or membership. With an estimated median price on standard chargers (€0.55/kWh), charging from 20 to 80% costs about 3.04 €.
Open the mapFrequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge the Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine AWD (9,2 kWh, 407 CV) at home?
Charging from 20 to 80% (5.5 kWh into the battery) costs about 2.00 € on a 24-hour tariff and 1.12 € at the night rate, VAT and losses included.
When should I charge the Volvo XC90?
On a 24-hour tariff, at any time: the price is the same. On a night rate, during the night hours (23h00 to 8h00), when a unit costs roughly 45% less than during the day. On an EV tariff, in its short early-morning window (for example 2am–4am on Electric Ireland Night Boost), which is cheaper still.
How long does it take to charge the Volvo XC90 at home?
From 20 to 80%, about 1 h 38 min on a 3.7 kW socket or wallbox and 1 h 38 min on a 7 kW home charger.
Other Volvo XC90 versions
- T8 Long Range Plug-in Hybrid AWD (41,2 kWh, 461 CV) 2026– · 37.9 kWh
- T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD (18,8 kWh, 406 CV) 2026– · 14.7 kWh
- T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD (18,8 kWh, 455 CV) facelift 2024–2026 · 14.7 kWh
- T8 Recharge / Plug-in Hybrid AWD (18,8 kWh, 455 CV) pre-facelift 2021–2024 · 14.7 kWh
- T8 Twin Engine / T8 Recharge AWD (11,6 kWh, 390 CV) 2019–2021 · 11.6 kWh
- T8 Twin Engine AWD (10,4 kWh, 390 CV) 2018–2019 · 10.4 kWh
Sources of the technical data: www.km77.com · www.adac.de · www.auto-data.net · www.adac.de