Get ready to be blown away by Volvo’s latest game-changer: the 2027 EX60. This isn’t just another electric SUV—it’s a bold statement in a market desperate for innovation. With a staggering 400-mile range on a single charge, the EX60 is Volvo’s longest-range EV yet, and it’s packed with features that could redefine what we expect from electric vehicles. But here’s where it gets controversial: despite its XC60-inspired name, the EX60 shares nothing with its gas-powered sibling. Built on Volvo’s electric-only SPA3 platform, it’s a clean-slate design that ditches compromises for combustion engines. And this is the part most people miss—it even borrows a page from the Ford Mustang Mach-E’s playbook with winglet-integrated door handles, contributing to a sleek 0.26 drag coefficient.
Let’s talk numbers. The EX60 comes in single- and dual-motor variants, with the Cross Country model getting a rugged upgrade: raised suspension, stainless steel skid plates, and beefier wheel arches. Battery options? Take your pick: 80 kWh, 91 kWh, or a whopping 112 kWh. But the real question is: can this SUV save Volvo’s EV sales after a 13% drop in 2025? The brand is betting big on it.
Design-wise, the EX60 is a head-turner. Its split headlights and closed-off grille scream ‘future,’ while the vertical taillights are pure Volvo DNA. The Cross Country’s Frost Green paint and extra cladding give it a rugged edge, though it’s not as flashy as the BMW iX3 or Mercedes GLC EQ. And here’s a fun fact: the dedicated EV platform frees up space for a 3.0 cubic-foot frunk—perfect for groceries or gear.
Step inside, and you’re greeted by a nearly buttonless cabin, dominated by a lag-free infotainment system powered by Google’s Gemini AI. Volvo claims it’s fixed its software woes, but after the EX90’s glitchy launch, skeptics might raise an eyebrow. Still, with 28 Bowers & Wilkins speakers and a flat floor (thanks to no transmission tunnel), it’s a tech-lover’s dream.
Performance? The EX60 delivers. The base P6 model hits 62 mph in 5.7 seconds, while the P12 AWD roars to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds with a monstrous 670 hp. Charging is equally impressive: up to 400 kW, with a 10-80% charge in 19 minutes. And for the first time, Volvo includes a native NACS port, giving drivers access to Tesla’s Supercharger network—a move that’s sure to spark debate among EV purists.
But here’s the kicker: Volvo’s use of mega casting and cell-to-body battery tech reduces weight, but the EX60 still tips the scales at over 4,600 pounds in its lightest form. Is this the future of EVs, or a step too heavy? Weigh in below.
Available now in Europe and hitting the U.S. later this year, the EX60 is priced to compete. But with rivals like the BMW iX3 and Mercedes GLC EQ already on the scene, can it claw back Volvo’s lost ground? Only time will tell.
What do you think? Is the EX60 a game-changer, or just another player in a crowded field? Let us know in the comments!
