Volvo Takes Charge with Range(400 mi) & Speed in US with Volvo EX60

Volvo Cars introduced its new EX60 electric SUV in New York City, positioning it as a competitor to Tesla’s Model Y and Ford’s Mustang Mach-E in the midsize EV segment. The EX60, available for orders starting Monday at $58,400, addresses key consumer concerns like range and charging speed, with the top P12 AWD model promising up to 400 miles per charge—enough to travel from New York City to Montreal without stopping. The vehicle’s two initial trims, the rear-wheel-drive P6 and all-wheel-drive P10, offer 307 and 322 miles of range, respectively, though these figures are preliminary and subject to EPA certification. Volvo emphasizes its 800-volt electrical architecture, enabling the P10 and P12 variants to add 165–173 miles of range in just 10 minutes at compatible chargers. The EX60 also features a native NACS charging port, granting access to Tesla’s 29,000 Supercharger locations in the U.S. without an adapter. Built on Volvo’s SPA3 platform, the EX60 incorporates cell-to-body technology, in-house electric motors, and megacasting aluminum parts to reduce its carbon footprint despite its larger size. A new computing system called HuginCore consolidates electrical and software functions, supporting over-the-air updates to keep the vehicle’s tech current. Inside, the SUV debuts Google’s Gemini AI assistant, integrated into a 15-inch OLED touchscreen for hands-free control. Volvo’s president for North America, Luis Rezende, highlighted range and charging speed as the EX60’s key selling points, aiming to overcome traditional barriers that prevent mainstream consumers from switching to electric vehicles. The automaker’s entry into the competitive U.S. midsize EV market signals its ambition to challenge established players with a blend of performance, technology, and practicality.