2027 Volvo EX60 First Look - Finally The Model Y Fighter We’ve Been Waiting For
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Date: 2026-01-23
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panameradan6860
while headlight washers can be useful, I think that camera-lens washers are even more important, for when you're trying to park. Thanks for mentioning the ground clearance. 7. 0-7. 2 inches of ground clearance is way below that of Volvo SUVs with ICEs in them; my '22 XC60 T8 ER (PHEV) has close to 9 inches (measured) of ground clearance without air suspension (Volvo gives the figure as around 8-8. 2 inches, I think, but they're too modest, and I needed every bit of that to drive my XC60 to the top of 10600-foot Magdalena Ridge Observatory in New Mexico on an unpaved Forest Service road with no guardrails. The 7 inches might give me pause, as that's very un-Volvo like, especially for their SUVs (and Cross Country wagons) -- which have been billed by Volvo for decades as good off-roaders or off-pavementers, so the EX60 may not qualify for such drivers who've not hesitated to take their XC60s off pavement.
I've seen that square single-controller switch on the side of the seats on the Polestar cars, and they seem/feel really cheap (and likely to break easily and often. I think that instrument panel will be a deal-breaker for many, because it'll be invisible or largely hidden behind that steering wheel; bad design putting it way back by the glass, instead of nicely embedded into the dashboard with an overhead sunshield like in all Volvos of the past (not counting the EX models, which seem to be blindly following Tesla interior design. That screen is pretty small, too, I notice -- not only largely hidden behind the steering wheel but the numbers like estimated range and state-of-charge are pretty tiny numbers; it's also missing important information like outside temperature, odometer, and battery temperature (and most automakers give the driver the option of seeing tire pressure in all four tires in the instrument panel, a big omission here.
Thanks for showing the sun visors (other reviewers neglect to do that, but it is sad that Volvo (the supposed safety leader) doesn't have dual sun visors for both front seats. What are those defrost buttons doing on the overhead panel Regarding the exterior door handles: mechanical door handles are definitely needed on all cars. And frameless doors are a pain -- as I know from owning a car with them; everybody is used to opening and closing doors by the window frame, so what happens is the glass gets constantly smudged with finger prints. Another dumb design.
Also, you're way off on the price estimates. Other people are saying $60k USD MRSP for the base RWD version. Autogefuehl says 3k Euros extra for the mid-sized battery and another 6k Euros for the largest battery pack. Few RWD versions will sell. Cars in the US will start around $70k and go toward $80k-$85k really fast. The only reason I'd even consider this car (given my concerns above) is for the largest battery pack and the long-distance range, so I'd be looking at $80k-$90k, I'm assuming.
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while headlight washers can be useful, I think that camera-lens washers are even more important, for when you're trying to park. Thanks for mentioning the ground clearance. 7. 0-7. 2 inches of ground clearance is way below that of Volvo SUVs with ICEs in them; my '22 XC60 T8 ER (PHEV) has close to 9 inches (measured) of ground clearance without air suspension (Volvo gives the figure as around 8-8. 2 inches, I think, but they're too modest, and I needed every bit of that to drive my XC60 to the top of 10600-foot Magdalena Ridge Observatory in New Mexico on an unpaved Forest Service road with no guardrails. The 7 inches might give me pause, as that's very un-Volvo like, especially for their SUVs (and Cross Country wagons) -- which have been billed by Volvo for decades as good off-roaders or off-pavementers, so the EX60 may not qualify for such drivers who've not hesitated to take their XC60s off pavement.
I've seen that square single-controller switch on the side of the seats on the Polestar cars, and they seem/feel really cheap (and likely to break easily and often. I think that instrument panel will be a deal-breaker for many, because it'll be invisible or largely hidden behind that steering wheel; bad design putting it way back by the glass, instead of nicely embedded into the dashboard with an overhead sunshield like in all Volvos of the past (not counting the EX models, which seem to be blindly following Tesla interior design. That screen is pretty small, too, I notice -- not only largely hidden behind the steering wheel but the numbers like estimated range and state-of-charge are pretty tiny numbers; it's also missing important information like outside temperature, odometer, and battery temperature (and most automakers give the driver the option of seeing tire pressure in all four tires in the instrument panel, a big omission here.
Thanks for showing the sun visors (other reviewers neglect to do that, but it is sad that Volvo (the supposed safety leader) doesn't have dual sun visors for both front seats. What are those defrost buttons doing on the overhead panel Regarding the exterior door handles: mechanical door handles are definitely needed on all cars. And frameless doors are a pain -- as I know from owning a car with them; everybody is used to opening and closing doors by the window frame, so what happens is the glass gets constantly smudged with finger prints. Another dumb design.
Also, you're way off on the price estimates. Other people are saying $60k USD MRSP for the base RWD version. Autogefuehl says 3k Euros extra for the mid-sized battery and another 6k Euros for the largest battery pack. Few RWD versions will sell. Cars in the US will start around $70k and go toward $80k-$85k really fast. The only reason I'd even consider this car (given my concerns above) is for the largest battery pack and the long-distance range, so I'd be looking at $80k-$90k, I'm assuming.
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Zhenocnra
I'm genuinely surprised Volvo thought those exterior door handles would be appropriate for Sweden snow much less cold weather usability around the world. We need a lot more information on how those exterior door handles function in colder climates with snow and ice.
One good thing is that the rear hatch is definitely designed appropriately for colder climates given that there's no bumper area where snow and ice could build up and prevent the liftgate from opening. It is unfortunate to see they did not design the doors to cover the exterior door sils to prevent occupants from getting their legs/clothes dirty. Electronically controlled air vents with climate controls in the center screen are a terrible choice for user experience much less safety. The XC60 has air vents for the 2nd row on both the B-pillars and in the rear of the center console. Looks like Volvo decided that was unfortunately one area to cut costs. The fact that there is not a physical cover for the glass roof is a major annoyance and disappointment. Electrochomatic or not, physical shade is still necessary. Burying controls for the steering wheel adjustment and the seat adjustment is a just another pain point common with EV's.
Style-forward designs are just another excuse for less efficiency elsewhere. I would have preferred a more upright rear for more cargo space and passenger volume at the expense of the magic 400 mile range badge for it.
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I'm genuinely surprised Volvo thought those exterior door handles would be appropriate for Sweden snow much less cold weather usability around the world. We need a lot more information on how those exterior door handles function in colder climates with snow and ice.
One good thing is that the rear hatch is definitely designed appropriately for colder climates given that there's no bumper area where snow and ice could build up and prevent the liftgate from opening. It is unfortunate to see they did not design the doors to cover the exterior door sils to prevent occupants from getting their legs/clothes dirty. Electronically controlled air vents with climate controls in the center screen are a terrible choice for user experience much less safety. The XC60 has air vents for the 2nd row on both the B-pillars and in the rear of the center console. Looks like Volvo decided that was unfortunately one area to cut costs. The fact that there is not a physical cover for the glass roof is a major annoyance and disappointment. Electrochomatic or not, physical shade is still necessary. Burying controls for the steering wheel adjustment and the seat adjustment is a just another pain point common with EV's.
Style-forward designs are just another excuse for less efficiency elsewhere. I would have preferred a more upright rear for more cargo space and passenger volume at the expense of the magic 400 mile range badge for it.
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TariqGibran
Hopefully, the software will not be in terminal beta (and glitchy as hell) like that on our leased 2023 XC40 Recharge. As a longtime Volvo driver going back to the 240's, I'm not crazy about the recent design choices either. The mock style heads-up displays are not as nice as a true Heads-up display (such as on my XC60 Inscription) and I have yet to see one that is easy to view for various driver sizes and heights. The Toyota/ Subaru is also problematic in the BZ and Solterra. Fortunately, the Lexus RZ refresh got it right by sticking with a traditonal location - and it even has a round steering wheel. Why oh why must allof these manufacturers attempt to be too clever by reinventing the wheel. and the door handle. I also don't understand why (ok, I'm sure it's cost savings) more EV's have abandoned the integrated center display and instead have these tacked-on tablets. Here, Lexus also got it right imo with the RZ dash. Volvo needs to get back to their traditional roots. Design for utility and use, not for cleverness. What we are seeing is way too much form over function with respect to design.
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Hopefully, the software will not be in terminal beta (and glitchy as hell) like that on our leased 2023 XC40 Recharge. As a longtime Volvo driver going back to the 240's, I'm not crazy about the recent design choices either. The mock style heads-up displays are not as nice as a true Heads-up display (such as on my XC60 Inscription) and I have yet to see one that is easy to view for various driver sizes and heights. The Toyota/ Subaru is also problematic in the BZ and Solterra. Fortunately, the Lexus RZ refresh got it right by sticking with a traditonal location - and it even has a round steering wheel. Why oh why must allof these manufacturers attempt to be too clever by reinventing the wheel. and the door handle. I also don't understand why (ok, I'm sure it's cost savings) more EV's have abandoned the integrated center display and instead have these tacked-on tablets. Here, Lexus also got it right imo with the RZ dash. Volvo needs to get back to their traditional roots. Design for utility and use, not for cleverness. What we are seeing is way too much form over function with respect to design.
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HK-ry2hk
Thank you for your amazing review
To be honest I was looking forward to this car
In my humble view its a major letdown
No HUD
Horribly unsafe doors
Charge speed of 320-370kw while geely the parent company of Volvo ( it is after all a Chinese brand wether you like it or not ) offer 480-500 kw charging on their zeekr cars
They made a lot of noise about 810km range but that variant (P12) is not available yet may be at the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027
Geely zeekr 7x and 7 GT 2026 offer 800 km range on 900kw architecture and 500 kw charging
If you want an overpriced European car then definitely the BMWIX3 beats this on every aspect
Being a previous Volvo owner and admirer I am so let down
What a disappointment
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Thank you for your amazing review
To be honest I was looking forward to this car
In my humble view its a major letdown
No HUD
Horribly unsafe doors
Charge speed of 320-370kw while geely the parent company of Volvo ( it is after all a Chinese brand wether you like it or not ) offer 480-500 kw charging on their zeekr cars
They made a lot of noise about 810km range but that variant (P12) is not available yet may be at the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027
Geely zeekr 7x and 7 GT 2026 offer 800 km range on 900kw architecture and 500 kw charging
If you want an overpriced European car then definitely the BMWIX3 beats this on every aspect
Being a previous Volvo owner and admirer I am so let down
What a disappointment
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alex_on_autos
Beyond that, everything else is in the touch screen. Hard pass. I'm disappointed that a company who built it's reputation on safety, is now designing vehicles that are objectively less safe because common controls are now hidden/buried in a touch screen. These have objectively been shown to increase driver distraction. And while I do think it was smart to have the emergency door releases require more or less the same action as the electronic door releases, how about we just stop changing basic car features like door pulls/handles that already work well.
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Beyond that, everything else is in the touch screen. Hard pass. I'm disappointed that a company who built it's reputation on safety, is now designing vehicles that are objectively less safe because common controls are now hidden/buried in a touch screen. These have objectively been shown to increase driver distraction. And while I do think it was smart to have the emergency door releases require more or less the same action as the electronic door releases, how about we just stop changing basic car features like door pulls/handles that already work well.
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mjhowson2389
If the price comes in as $55-70k, it won’t really be a huge Model Y fighter. The Tesla runs $40-60k. So, the Volvo is about $10k higher when you start to match trim levels. I do think they did a great job with the styling and design. Interior storage seems limited to that central glovebox, unless the center console has storage under the retracted cup holders. The winged and lighted door handles are cool. Looking forward to test drives.
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If the price comes in as $55-70k, it won’t really be a huge Model Y fighter. The Tesla runs $40-60k. So, the Volvo is about $10k higher when you start to match trim levels. I do think they did a great job with the styling and design. Interior storage seems limited to that central glovebox, unless the center console has storage under the retracted cup holders. The winged and lighted door handles are cool. Looking forward to test drives.
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readyplayer2
15: 39 HATE the lack of dedicated buttons. Why Volvo would abandon its near unrivaled legacy of safety to chase cost cutting like this is beyond me. I was disappointed but acknowledged the reality of achieving a lower price point with this decision in the EX30 / Geely / Zeekr. This doesn't make any sense in a mainline Volvo. Complete fail, and Volvo executives should be called out and shamed by this.
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15: 39 HATE the lack of dedicated buttons. Why Volvo would abandon its near unrivaled legacy of safety to chase cost cutting like this is beyond me. I was disappointed but acknowledged the reality of achieving a lower price point with this decision in the EX30 / Geely / Zeekr. This doesn't make any sense in a mainline Volvo. Complete fail, and Volvo executives should be called out and shamed by this.
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Molishious
Looks great outside but I bit drab inside. It baffles me that Volvo still has climate controls that require two taps to get anything done. Glove compartment is kind of cool but I think manufactures still don't know what to do with the space created by an electric platform. A car of that size with no center console storage is a bit of a head scratcher. An no cover for the glass roof
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Looks great outside but I bit drab inside. It baffles me that Volvo still has climate controls that require two taps to get anything done. Glove compartment is kind of cool but I think manufactures still don't know what to do with the space created by an electric platform. A car of that size with no center console storage is a bit of a head scratcher. An no cover for the glass roof
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Qrail
Meh. As a former SAAB 9000t owner, this Volvo looks like it’s struggling to be something else. Too bad the company can’t just build a reliable wagon like they used to. The tires are too big.
the value for dollars spend, is not there, compared to other competitors. Travis, good work, despite the poor lighting in the studio.
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Meh. As a former SAAB 9000t owner, this Volvo looks like it’s struggling to be something else. Too bad the company can’t just build a reliable wagon like they used to. The tires are too big.
the value for dollars spend, is not there, compared to other competitors. Travis, good work, despite the poor lighting in the studio.
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Johnny_Socko
Poor choice to have so many controls stuck within the touchscreen, Volvo MUST have heard the consumer pushback about that by now. HOWEVER, I think they made up for it by having an actual rear bumper. Hallelujah! I don't even mind that the hatch opening is small, because bumpers are like unicorns these days.
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Poor choice to have so many controls stuck within the touchscreen, Volvo MUST have heard the consumer pushback about that by now. HOWEVER, I think they made up for it by having an actual rear bumper. Hallelujah! I don't even mind that the hatch opening is small, because bumpers are like unicorns these days.
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sebbbi2
EX60 is not a Model Y competitor. More premium and more expensive. 810km range and 800V 400kW (340km in 10 min) charging. Model Y is on older 400V architecture. Currently Cybertruck is the only Tesla 800V car. Likely 800V comes next to Model S and X premium models. Then to cheaper models (3 and Y.
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EX60 is not a Model Y competitor. More premium and more expensive. 810km range and 800V 400kW (340km in 10 min) charging. Model Y is on older 400V architecture. Currently Cybertruck is the only Tesla 800V car. Likely 800V comes next to Model S and X premium models. Then to cheaper models (3 and Y.
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karacha
It looks good overall, though it may take some time to get used to the digital dash design. Aside from that, it feels like a well thought out and appealing package, and I could definitely see myself warming up to it. I'd consider leasing it for sure. perhaps with a brighter interior.
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It looks good overall, though it may take some time to get used to the digital dash design. Aside from that, it feels like a well thought out and appealing package, and I could definitely see myself warming up to it. I'd consider leasing it for sure. perhaps with a brighter interior.
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james2042
I despise any company that ships non performance cars with different width tires. You can't rotate tires and it makes tire replacements way more expensive. Pls just make the performance wheels an option functionally on all trims
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I despise any company that ships non performance cars with different width tires. You can't rotate tires and it makes tire replacements way more expensive. Pls just make the performance wheels an option functionally on all trims
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StoneAgeBiz
I thought Alex was a nice guy, but he sent Travis to Sweden in January I'm sure he said something about having to take care of a baby. I want a EX60! I love my C40 Recharge, but it only has 220 miles of range.
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I thought Alex was a nice guy, but he sent Travis to Sweden in January I'm sure he said something about having to take care of a baby. I want a EX60! I love my C40 Recharge, but it only has 220 miles of range.
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JamesRussoMillas
Glad to see Volvo and BMW trying to bring Lucid's game down to a more manageable price point. Mercedes is next I'm sure but we need the mainstream brands to step it up to this level of charging and range now
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Glad to see Volvo and BMW trying to bring Lucid's game down to a more manageable price point. Mercedes is next I'm sure but we need the mainstream brands to step it up to this level of charging and range now
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desertmodern7638
Finally, an electric Volvo that gives the driver a switch for each window. The EX30 and EX90 adopted the VW ID. 4's idiotic shared switches. I really like this car, and am eager to check it out in person.
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Finally, an electric Volvo that gives the driver a switch for each window. The EX30 and EX90 adopted the VW ID. 4's idiotic shared switches. I really like this car, and am eager to check it out in person.
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Thebigday1
What does here in the United States mean Your not in the United States, your not talking to the United States, last i heard the United States is tariffing against these vehicles because you dont want them.
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What does here in the United States mean Your not in the United States, your not talking to the United States, last i heard the United States is tariffing against these vehicles because you dont want them.
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james2042
The interior just screams byd slop. God I hate the direction cars are going in. I stg my next car will probably be my last because these low effort iPad interiors are downright horrendous.
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The interior just screams byd slop. God I hate the direction cars are going in. I stg my next car will probably be my last because these low effort iPad interiors are downright horrendous.
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Timmayytoo
Exterior styling has some attractive angles but they lost me on the interior with that tiny steering wheel and lack of buttons. I am tired of the whole minimalist interior aesthetic.
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Exterior styling has some attractive angles but they lost me on the interior with that tiny steering wheel and lack of buttons. I am tired of the whole minimalist interior aesthetic.
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garyclark6747
Unless Volvo has figured out how to stop depreciation this comes down to what the monthly cost is for a zero dollar down lease that covers 10, 000 miles or 15, 000 miles. 21: 25
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Unless Volvo has figured out how to stop depreciation this comes down to what the monthly cost is for a zero dollar down lease that covers 10, 000 miles or 15, 000 miles. 21: 25
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