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FRONT three-quarter view shows the Volvo EX60 electric SUV with its slim LED lighting and closed-off grille design.
PhotographS courtesy of volvo
HEAD-ON angle highlights the EX60’s clean front fascia and signature Volvo lighting treatment.
REAR view reveals the EX60’s wide cargo opening and upright tailgate layout for everyday use.
Volvo has pulled the covers off the all-electric EX60, a mid-size SUV aimed squarely at the busiest part of the global car market.
The new model brings longer range, faster charging, and more accessible pricing into one package, a combination, Volvo believes, can move more buyers toward electric cars without asking for major trade-offs.
The Volvo EX60 sits between smaller city-focused EVs and larger premium SUVs, a space where family cars still dominate sales.
Volvo positions the EX60 as a five-seat vehicle built for daily use, with enough driving range and charging speed to remove common concerns tied to electric ownership.
At the top of the range is an all-wheel-drive version rated at up to 810 kilometers on a single charge based on WLTP testing. Volvo says this figure is higher than any electric car it has produced so far.
Other variants offer lower outputs and ranges, with rear-wheel-drive versions rated up to 620 kilometers. The lineup includes three main powertrain choices and seven total variants.
Volvo says the EX60 can add up to 340 kilometers of range in around ten minutes when connected to a 400 kW fast charger, depending on conditions.
The EX60 is built on Volvo’s new SPA3 electric platform and runs on a central system called HuginCore. This setup allows the vehicle’s hardware and software to work more closely together, improving efficiency while reducing weight.
Technologies such as cell-to-body battery integration and large single-piece castings are used to streamline construction and lower energy use.
The EX60 follows Volvo’s familiar Scandinavian approach, with a flat floor, long wheelbase, and a focus on space and storage.
The cabin uses natural-looking materials and aims for a calm, uncluttered layout. Volvo highlights rear-seat legroom and cargo space as key strengths for families.
A 28-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system is offered, with speakers built into the headrests. Apple Music with Dolby Atmos comes pre-installed, allowing spatial audio playback without additional setup.
On the software side, the EX60 becomes the first Volvo to launch with Google’s Gemini AI assistant integrated into the vehicle.
Volvo says drivers and passengers can speak more naturally to the system without memorizing specific voice commands.
The infotainment system runs on Android Automotive OS and is designed for faster response and smoother screen operation.
According to Volvo, the EX60 uses a wide range of sensors to monitor its surroundings and feed data into its core computing system.
A new adaptive safety belt adjusts protection based on the situation and occupant, while the vehicle structure uses reinforced steel for added strength.
Volvo also emphasizes that the EX60 is designed to improve after purchase through over-the-air updates, allowing features and systems to be refined over time.
The EX60 is now available for order in European markets, with US availability planned for later in the spring.
Production is scheduled to begin in Sweden, with initial deliveries of selected variants expected to start this summer.
According to Volvo Cars, the EX60 is meant to play a central role in expanding its electric lineup and reaching buyers who have been waiting for a practical, mid-size electric SUV.
Volvo has not announced plans for the EX60 in the Philippine market. Local availability, specifications, and pricing have yet to be confirmed by Volvo Cars’ distributor in the country.
