2027 Volvo EX60 Might Be Volvo’s Most Important EV Yet

No one expected Volvo’s next big move to depend this heavily on a single vehicle, yet here we are wondering how one electric crossover suddenly became so important.

The Volvo EX60 arrives at a moment when confidence in electric vehicles has cooled, especially in the United States. Volvo knows this better than anyone. After years of steady growth, electric demand slipped by 13 percent in 2025, creating pressure for a brand that has publicly committed to an electric future. With more than 2.7 million XC60s sold since 2008, the EX60 is not just another new model. It is a test of whether Volvo can translate past success into an electric era.

Despite sharing a familiar name, the EX60 is not a converted gas vehicle. It rides on Volvo’s electric only SPA3 platform, allowing engineers to rethink proportions, packaging, and efficiency without working around an engine or transmission. That decision shows immediately in the design. The shape feels clean and balanced, closely related to the larger EX90, but with subtle details that quietly serve a purpose.

One of the most talked about features is the door system. Traditional handles are gone. Instead, Volvo integrates slim winglets into the beltline, similar in concept to the Ford Mustang Mach-E. The result is a drag coefficient of 0.26, helping squeeze more range from every charge without calling attention to itself.

Up front, the split headlight trend continues, paired with a closed grille that leaves no doubt this vehicle runs purely on electricity. Around back, Volvo keeps its signature vertical taillights and wisely retains a visible rear wiper, prioritizing function over style tricks. Wheel sizes range from 20 to 22 inches, while the Cross Country version brings unique 21 inch wheels, added cladding, stainless skid plates, and a 0.8 inch suspension lift. Air suspension can raise it further for rough terrain or lower it at speed to improve efficiency.

Because the EX60 is a dedicated electric vehicle, Volvo also adds a front trunk offering 3.0 cubic feet of extra storage. It is a small detail, but one owners will appreciate over time.

Inside, the cabin embraces simplicity. Physical buttons are nearly gone, replaced by a responsive infotainment system Volvo claims has no lag. This is also the first production Volvo to feature Google Gemini, allowing natural voice commands without memorizing specific phrases. After the EX90’s early software struggles, Volvo is clearly focused on getting the digital experience right this time.

Audio quality is another highlight. A Bowers and Wilkins sound system uses 28 speakers, including four embedded in the headrests. Despite early teaser images suggesting otherwise, the EX60 remains a five seat vehicle. Thanks to the flat electric floor, legroom and storage feel generous, and clever touches like hidden cup holders beneath the armrest add to the sense of thoughtful design.

Performance varies widely depending on trim. The rear wheel drive P6 model produces 369 horsepower and 354 pound feet of torque, reaching 62 miles per hour in 5.7 seconds. It uses an 80.0 kilowatt hour battery with an estimated 310 miles of range on 20 inch wheels. Larger wheels reduce that figure by about 10 miles per step.

The P10 all wheel drive version raises output to 503 horsepower and 524 pound feet of torque, cutting the sprint to 4.4 seconds. A 91.0 kilowatt hour battery delivers up to 320 miles of range. At the top sits the P12 all wheel drive model with 670 horsepower and 583 pound feet of torque, capable of reaching 60 miles per hour in just 3.8 seconds. Its massive 112.0 kilowatt hour battery allows up to 400 miles of range with 20 inch wheels.

Charging performance is equally impressive. The base model supports peak charging of 350 kilowatts, while higher trims reach 400 kilowatts. A 10 to 80 percent charge can take as little as 19 minutes, and a 10 minute top up can add 173 miles of range. For the first time, Volvo includes a native NACS port, providing direct access to more than 25,000 Tesla Supercharger locations without an adapter.

All versions of the EX60 are electronically limited to 112 miles per hour, reflecting Volvo’s long standing safety philosophy. The vehicle also introduces mega casting, replacing hundreds of smaller components with large recycled aluminum sections. Combined with in house electric motors and a structural battery design, this helps manage weight, though the lightest configuration still weighs 4,663 pounds.

Built in Sweden, the EX60 is already available to order in Europe, with United States availability expected in late spring. Deliveries begin this summer, while the Cross Country variant will arrive in the summer of 2027.

Competition is fierce. The EX60 enters a segment now shared with the BMW iX3 and the Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology. Whether the EX60 becomes a turning point or a missed opportunity will depend on pricing, execution, and whether Volvo truly learned from its past missteps.