Volvo has officially pulled the covers off its all-new EX60 and EX60 Cross Country at a launch event in Sweden on Wednesday, heralding what the company describes as its most intelligent and most efficient electric car to date. The mid-size SUV duo marks a major technological step for the brand as it accelerates towards a fully electric product line built on its next-generation SPA3 architecture.
Positioned as the successor to the long-standing XC60 — Volvo’s global bestseller for much of the past decade — the EX60 arrives with bold claims: up to 810 km of WLTP range, charging speeds that add as much as 340 km in just 10 minutes, and a new software-defined electronics platform underpinned by NVIDIA, Qualcomm and Google AI. Volvo argues that this combination makes the EX60 “the car that changes the game”, pointing to breakthroughs in efficiency, manufacturing processes and user experience.
A clean-sheet electric architecture
The EX60 is the first model to sit atop Volvo’s SPA3 platform — a new, dedicated BEV architecture designed to improve energy density, reduce weight and enable quicker charging. According to Volvo, the shift to cell-to-body battery integration alone boosts energy density by 20 per cent and contributes to a 31 per cent improvement in charging performance. Simultaneously, a move to megacasting for major structural components reduces material use, simplifies manufacturing and lowers the vehicle’s CO₂ footprint, resulting in what the company claims is the lowest carbon footprint of any Volvo car to date.
Alongside these hardware changes, the EX60 debuts the company’s “Superset” HuginCore software stack — a unified architecture that will underpin all future Volvo EVs. This combines in-house software with high-performance computing from NVIDIA’s DRIVE AGX Orin platform and a new Qualcomm 8255 CPU. The result, Volvo says, is a system that can evolve significantly over time, enabling enhancements to safety, connectivity and performance through regular over-the-air updates.
AI-enhanced cabin experience
The EX60 is also the first Volvo to integrate Google’s new Gemini AI model as part of its infotainment system. The brand emphasises that this delivers “lag-free, conversational AI” designed to improve voice interaction, navigation, media control and broader vehicle functions. The company says this move sets a new benchmark for in-car user experience and aligns with its philosophy of reducing cognitive load while driving.
Inside, Volvo continues its push towards sustainable premium materials, offering what it calls a calming, Scandinavian environment with natural finishes and simplified design. Clever storage solutions and an enlarged boot — up to 1,647 litres with seats folded, according to technical specifications — showcase the improved packaging benefits of the new platform.
Exterior design: aerodynamics meets brand identity
While recognisably Volvo, the EX60 introduces a more sculpted, aerodynamic profile with shorter overhangs to increase efficiency. The sloping roofline and tapered body sides contribute to an impressive drag coefficient of 0.26 for the standard EX60 and 0.27 for the raised EX60 Cross Country.
Despite these aero-driven changes, Volvo notes that the EX60 maintains the everyday versatility of the XC60 it replaces, retaining comfortable interior space and practical proportions. At 480.3 cm long in standard form and 481.1 cm in Cross Country form, the model remains compact enough for urban use while offering a wheelbase of 297 cm to maximise cabin legroom.
Powertrains and performance
At launch, Volvo offers three propulsion variants — P6, P10 and P12 — each available in Plus or Ultra trims. All are equipped with an 800-volt electrical architecture enabling high-speed DC charging.
P12 AWD, the flagship dual-motor powertrain, produces 500 kW (680 hp metric) and 790 Nm, enabling 0–100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds. It also delivers a class-leading WLTP range of up to 810 km, making it the longest-range Volvo ever produced.
P10 AWD offers 375 kW (510 hp metric) and 710 Nm, with a 0–100 km/h time of 4.6 seconds and a combined WLTP range of up to 660 km. The Cross Country version, which is only offered with AWD, shares this dual-motor setup and posts a WLTP city range of 640 km.
P6 RWD, the entry point to the range, uses a single-motor rear-drive layout producing 275 kW (374 hp metric) and 480 Nm. It offers up to 620 km of WLTP range, with Volvo positioning it as the “lighter, more agile” variant with a more direct connection to the road.
All three versions share rapid charging capability, reaching 10–80 per cent in as little as 19 minutes under ideal conditions. Volvo notes that a 10-minute top-up can add between 305 km and 340 km of WLTP range depending on the variant.
Driver assistance and safety technology
Safety remains central to Volvo’s pitch. Beyond its strengthened body structure and battery integration, the EX60 debuts the brand’s new Pilot Assist Plus system, capable of steering and assisting with lane changes autonomously at motorway speeds of up to 130 km/h — though drivers must remain engaged. Volvo emphasises that the system is designed not as a hands-off solution but as a next step in supervised automation.
A suite of sensors, including sophisticated driver-monitoring and environmental detection technologies, is paired with the enhanced computing hardware to support collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping. Volvo states that continuous software updates will unlock additional features over time.
The EX60 Cross Country: a tougher, higher-riding variant
The EX60 Cross Country offers a more rugged interpretation of the new SUV, sitting 20 mm higher than the standard EX60, with air suspension able to add another 20 mm when required. Wider tracks, black claddings, stainless-steel protective elements and bespoke bumpers help distinguish it visually. A new “frost green” exterior colour also debuts exclusively on this model.
Its approach, breakover and departure angles — 19.6°, 15.9° and 21.1° respectively — further underline its enhanced capability, while a 450 mm wading depth remains identical to the standard EX60. Luggage volumes are also unchanged from the core model, with up to 1,647 litres available.
Dimensions and practicality
Both EX60 models are broadly similar in size, though the Cross Country’s additional ride height sees its roofline rise to 165.9 cm compared with 163.9 cm on the regular car. Interior space remains generous, with 105.8 cm of front legroom and 95.1 cm in the second row. Shoulder room is 143.7 cm in the front and 137.4 cm in the rear. Frunk storage ranges from 58 to 85 litres depending on variant.
Trailer towing capability is rated up to 2,400 kg for AWD versions, while roof loads of up to 100 kg are supported — important figures for practical family use and outdoor activities.
Availability
All three propulsion variants are available for pre-order immediately. Volvo says customer deliveries of the P6 and P10 models will begin around the summer of 2026, with P12 deliveries scheduled for later in the year. A more affordable Core trim level will be added to the line-up subsequently.
A pivotal model for Volvo’s EV future
With the EX60, Volvo is making clear that its shift to a software-first, electric-only line-up is accelerating. By introducing a more efficient platform, an AI-enhanced cabin, faster charging and extended driving range, the brand aims to defend its strong position in the competitive mid-size premium SUV market.
The XC60 set a high benchmark over its lifespan. Now, the EX60 — in both standard and Cross Country form — is tasked with redefining that success for an EV-driven era. Based on first impressions, Volvo believes it has built a vehicle ready not just for today’s expectations but for continual improvement and long-term relevance.
If the company delivers on its promises of ongoing software enhancement and real-world efficiency gains, the EX60 may indeed represent a turning point — not only for Volvo but for the broader mid-size electric SUV segment.
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