Volvo Confirms EX60 EV SUV for 2026 Launch on Dedicated SPA3 Platform

2025/06/25
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Volvo
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Volvo has confirmed production of the EX60 electric SUV will commence in early 2026. As the EV counterpart to the XC60, it utilizes the proprietary SPA3 platform featuring 800V architecture enabling 300kW+ DC fast charging. The 100% electric-native platform eliminates ICE design compromises and integrates Volvo's superset computing system. Styling cues will align with the EX90/EX30, complementing the refreshed 2026 XC60 in Volvo's lineup. Chief Engineer Bell emphasized its "first-principles approach" for optimized technology integration24.
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