The Volvo EX60 Cross Country brings Volvo’s familiar Cross Country formula into the brand’s next-generation electric lineup, adding rugged character and greater versatility to the EX60. While the standard EX60 was deliberately styled with a clean, estate-like appearance, the Cross Country introduces the off-road-inspired elements that many buyers traditionally associate with the Volvo SUV identity.
Built on the electric-only SPA3 platform, the EX60 Cross Country features a suspension raised by two centimetres compared with the regular EX60, increasing ground clearance and improving approach and departure angles. Visually, it is differentiated by brushed aluminium underbody protection at the front and rear, wider track dimensions, more pronounced wheel arches, and black trim along the upper door sections.
These changes give the Cross Country a more upright and robust stance, making it appear closer to a “classic” SUV in side-by-side comparison. When equipped with optional air suspension, the ride height can be raised by a further 20 millimetres for comfort or rougher surfaces, while the system automatically lowers the vehicle at higher speeds to reduce aerodynamic drag and improve efficiency.
Despite the tougher appearance, the EX60 Cross Country is not intended as a hardcore off-roader. Instead, the added clearance and all-wheel drive capability are aimed at real-world scenarios such as towing a horse trailer from a paddock, handling steep boat ramps, or driving on uneven rural roads.
Powertrain options are limited to a single configuration: the P10 AWD. This version combines a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system delivering 375 kW and 710 Nm of torque with a 95 kWh battery, of which 91 kWh is usable. Performance remains strong, with a 0–100 km/h time of 4.6 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h, consistent with Volvo’s global safety policy.
Charging performance mirrors that of the standard EX60 P10 AWD. Thanks to its 800-volt electrical architecture, the Cross Country supports DC fast charging at up to 370 kW, allowing a 10 to 80 per cent recharge in around 18 minutes under optimal conditions. AC charging is handled by a standard 22 kW bidirectional onboard charger, enabling Vehicle-to-Load, Vehicle-to-Home and Vehicle-to-Grid functionality when used with compatible infrastructure. Due to its increased ride height and altered aerodynamics, energy consumption is slightly higher than the standard EX60, resulting in a WLTP-rated range of up to 640 kilometres.
Inside, the EX60 Cross Country remains focused on comfort, calm and functionality—core values of Volvo Cars. Natural materials are used to create a relaxed cabin atmosphere, while the infotainment system returns to a landscape-oriented central touchscreen. A conversational, dialogue-based AI powered by Google Gemini debuts here, making the EX60 Cross Country one of the first production vehicles to integrate this technology. The vehicle is fully software-defined and built on Volvo’s Superset Tech Stack, running on NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin hardware alongside a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8255 processor. This setup enables smooth system performance, rapid data processing, and continuous over-the-air updates.
Advanced driver assistance and safety systems remain a cornerstone of the model. The EX60 Cross Country introduces Volvo’s new multi-adaptive seatbelt system, designed to optimise occupant protection in a wide range of real-world crash scenarios. It also becomes the first Volvo to feature Pilot Assist Plus, which can take over steering on motorways at speeds of up to 130 km/h and assist with lane changes, supported by a comprehensive sensor suite and high-performance computing hardware.
Production of the EX60 Cross Country takes place alongside the XC60 at Volvo’s main plant in Torslanda, near Gothenburg. The model is the first production Volvo to use megacasting technology, where large structural components are cast as single pieces rather than assembled from hundreds of smaller parts. This approach reduces weight, simplifies manufacturing, and contributes to improved efficiency and range. Volvo plans to gradually ramp up EX60 production toward the end of the decade as it transitions from combustion and hybrid models to a predominantly electric lineup.
In Germany, the EX60 Cross Country is priced at €68,990, positioning it between the standard EX60 P10 AWD and the high-performance P12 AWD. This places it squarely among premium mid-size electric SUV rivals, while offering standard all-wheel drive, increased ground clearance, fast charging and advanced software capabilities as part of a distinctly Scandinavian interpretation of the electric Cross Country concept.
