Volvo Cars has officially begun production of its highly anticipated fully electric SUV, the Volvo EX60, marking a significant milestone for the company and Sweden’s automotive industry. Customer deliveries are expected to commence in early summer 2026.
The EX60 is being manufactured at Volvo’s state-of-the-art Torslanda plant near Gothenburg, which has undergone extensive upgrades in recent years. This includes the addition of advanced mega casting technology, a new battery assembly facility, and modernized paint and final assembly lines—part of a broader investment worth approximately SEK 10 billion.
Notably, the EX60 is the first fully electric vehicle to be entirely designed, developed, and built in Sweden. The move underscores Volvo’s commitment to maintaining its home country as a central hub for premium electric vehicle innovation and production.
CEO Håkan Samuelsson described the start of production as a “crucial milestone,” emphasizing the company’s focus on scaling up output while maintaining high quality standards. Strong early demand has already prompted Volvo to increase its planned production volumes for 2026. Orders have exceeded internal forecasts across key European markets, including Sweden and Germany.
To meet rising demand, Volvo is considering extending operations at the Torslanda facility by an additional week this summer—an unprecedented move in the plant’s history. Meanwhile, order books for markets in the United States and Asia are set to open later this spring.
First unveiled in January to widespread acclaim, the EX60 is positioned as a game changer in the mid-size SUV segment. It offers a claimed range of up to 810 kilometers (WLTP) and ultra-fast charging capabilities, reaching 10–80% battery capacity in just 16 minutes under optimal conditions. The vehicle is also competitively priced, aligning with Volvo’s popular XC60 plug-in hybrid.
Beyond its technological advancements, the EX60 is expected to play a major role in Sweden’s economy. With ambitious production targets, it could become one of the country’s most valuable export products, further strengthening the Western Sweden region’s reputation as a global automotive hub.
While final specifications may vary depending on market conditions and real-world factors such as driving style and weather, the EX60 represents a bold step forward in Volvo’s electrification strategy and long-term growth ambitions.
