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The claimed 810km range from a single charge is set to knock its European competitors off the top step.
The all-wheel-drive Volvo EX60 is on track to become Australia's longest range electric vehicle at a claimed 810 kilometres, when it arrives in showrooms as soon as the end of this year.
It would take the current honours away from the BMW iX3, due mid-2026 with a claimed WLTP range of 805 kilometres, and is also ahead of the Tesla Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with a single charge range of 750 kilometres.
This range will bring Volvo’s mid-sized electric SUV close to the claimed driving distance of the petrol powered Volvo XC60 B5 at 934 kilometres.
It has been achieved by the use of "cell-to-body" technology, which integrates the battery into the structure of the car, allowing the battery to be more efficiently packaged and cutting excess weight.
The use of "mega casting" production methods allows smaller parts to be replaced by a single cast piece, further cutting weight and improving range.
The EX60 also claims the fastest charging of any Volvo electric vehicle, advertising that when paired with a 400kW fast charger, owners can get 340 km of range out of a 10-minute charge.
This is made possible by new in-house developed motors and software, based around an 800-volt electrical system. Lighter materials are claimed to cut down on heat generation, which supports the faster charging times.
The Volvo EX60 is due to be revealed on January 21, with an Australian release date set for late 2026 or early 2027.
