2027 Volvo EX60 Unveiled: Advanced AI Integration and Class-Leading Electric Range

Volvo has unveiled the 2027 EX60, an all-electric mid-size SUV that addresses the core concerns holding many drivers back from going electric. With a class-leading range of up to 640 kilometres, rapid charging capability, and the first Volvo car to launch with Google Gemini AI, the EX60 marks a major step forward in electric mobility. This five-seater SUV is designed for families across Ontario who want the versatility of a traditional SUV without the compromises often associated with electric vehicles.

The EX60 arrives at a pivotal moment in the automotive industry. As the mid-size electric SUV segment continues to grow, drivers are looking for vehicles that can match the practicality and convenience of their gasoline-powered counterparts. Volvo's answer is a vehicle engineered from the ground up on the new SPA3 electric architecture, incorporating technologies like cell-to-body construction, mega casting, and next-generation in-house developed electric motors.

The result is a vehicle that achieves a 0.26 drag coefficient while maintaining the interior space and versatility families expect.

Engineering Excellence: The Foundation of Extended Range

The EX60's ability to travel up to 640 kilometres on a single charge stems from a comprehensive approach to efficiency. Built on Volvo's new SPA3 electric vehicle architecture, the EX60 benefits from cell-to-body technology that integrates the battery pack directly into the vehicle structure. This approach reduces weight while improving structural rigidity, contributing to both range and safety.

The vehicle's aerodynamic design plays a crucial role in maximizing efficiency. The low front profile, sloping roofline, and tapered body sides work together to achieve that 0.26 drag coefficient. For perspective, this figure rivals some of the most aerodynamically efficient vehicles on the road today.

The long wheelbase and flat floor design don't just create more interior space - they also contribute to the vehicle's overall aerodynamic efficiency.

Volvo offers the EX60 in two powertrain configurations for the Canadian market. The P12 AWD Electric variant delivers the maximum range of up to 640 kilometres, while the P10 AWD Electric variant offers up to 514 kilometres of range. Both variants feature all-wheel drive for confident handling in all conditions, an important consideration for drivers in Ontario who face diverse weather throughout the year.

Charging That Fits Your Schedule

Range anxiety often centres not just on how far you can travel, but on how quickly you can recharge when needed. The EX60 addresses this concern with strong charging capability. Using a 400 kW fast charger, the vehicle can add up to 270 kilometres of range in just ten minutes. This means a quick coffee stop during a road trip provides enough charge to continue your journey without major delays.

The charging experience has been designed for simplicity. Through the vehicle's centre display and the Volvo Cars app, drivers can monitor charging status, set maximum charging levels, and schedule charging times to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates. The EX60 is compatible with the extensive network of public fast-charging stations across Ontario.

Google Gemini AI: A New Standard for Vehicle Intelligence

The EX60 introduces Google Gemini, marking the first Volvo car to launch with this advanced AI assistant. Unlike traditional voice assistants that require specific commands, Gemini enables natural, conversational interaction. You can speak to the vehicle as you would to a passenger, asking complex questions or making multi-step requests without needing to remember exact phrases.

Gemini's integration goes beyond simple voice commands. The system can help you craft and translate messages, answer questions from the vehicle's user manual, provide detailed information about your destination, and assist with navigation decisions. This natural language processing reduces cognitive load, allowing you to stay focused on driving while still accessing the information and assistance you need.

The EX60's intelligence extends throughout the vehicle through the HuginCore system, Volvo's core computing platform developed in collaboration with technology leaders including Google, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm Technologies. This system processes information from the vehicle's comprehensive sensor array to create a clear understanding of the surrounding environment.

The result is a vehicle that responds quickly to inputs, loads maps instantly, and provides a user experience that improves over time through over-the-air software updates.

Scandinavian Design and Practical Versatility

The EX60's interior reflects Volvo's Scandinavian design philosophy, emphasizing calm, refined spaces that enhance the driving experience. The long wheelbase creates generous rear legroom, while the flat floor design - made possible by the electric architecture - provides more usable space than traditional SUVs with driveshaft tunnels.

Key Interior Features:

• Long wheelbase creating generous rear legroom
• Flat floor design maximizing usable space
• Large luggage compartment with smart storage solutions
• Premium 28-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system with headrest speakers in all four main seats
• Natural, high-end materials throughout the cabin

For audio enthusiasts, the EX60 offers a premium 28-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system. This system includes a first for Volvo: headrest speakers in all four main seats. Combined with Apple Music pre-installed with Dolby Atmos support, the EX60 delivers an immersive Spatial Audio experience that transforms the cabin into a concert hall.

Safety That Defines the Brand

Volvo's reputation for safety continues with the EX60. The vehicle's safety cage incorporates boron steel reinforcement, while state-of-the-art restraint technology works in concert with the structural design to provide comprehensive protection. The EX60 also features Volvo's multi-adaptive safety belt, an award-winning innovation that offers more personalized protection for front-seat occupants.

The HuginCore system enables advanced active safety features by constantly assessing the environment around the vehicle through its comprehensive sensor array. The EX60 can detect and help avoid collisions with other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and large animals. The system provides both warnings and, when necessary, automatic braking to help prevent accidents.

Environmental Responsibility

The EX60 achieves the lowest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car, matching the smaller EX30 despite being a larger vehicle. This achievement results from careful attention to emissions across the entire production lifecycle, from material selection through manufacturing processes. Cell-to-body technology, next-generation electric motors, new battery cell design, and mega casting all contribute to improved energy efficiency while reducing the vehicle's overall environmental impact.

The Cross Country Variant

For drivers seeking additional versatility, Volvo has announced the EX60 Cross Country variant. This version sits 20 millimetres higher than the standard EX60, with the air suspension capable of adding another 20 millimetres of ground clearance when needed. The air suspension also lowers the vehicle for highway driving, enhancing efficiency, stability, and aerodynamics to maximize battery range.

The Cross Country features distinctive design elements including exclusive wheels, skid plates in brushed stainless steel, wider rugged wheel arches, and special Cross Country branding. The exclusive Frost Green colour option reflects Scandinavian nature and emphasizes the Cross Country's adventurous character. Launch timing for the EX60 Cross Country in Canada will be announced at a later date.

Transparent Ordering and Delivery

Volvo has designed the EX60 ordering experience around simplicity and transparency. The Canadian One Price Promise provides clear pricing, detailed information about vehicle content, and precise estimated delivery times. Customers can choose pre-configured vehicles for faster delivery or fully customize their EX60 to match their specific preferences.

The P10 AWD Electric variant will arrive in Canada by fall 2026, with a starting price of $77,500. Production will begin this spring at Volvo's factory in Sweden, with online configurations and deposits opening in Canada this spring.

Learn More About the EX60

The Volvo EX60 takes a comprehensive approach to electric vehicle design, addressing range, charging, intelligence, safety, and environmental responsibility in a single package. The combination of class-leading range, rapid charging capability, Google Gemini AI integration, and Scandinavian design creates a mid-size electric SUV that eliminates many of the compromises often associated with electric vehicles.

To learn more about the EX60 and explore available configurations, visit Volvo Cars Mississauga or contact our team for detailed specifications and ordering information.