Volvo EX60 Beats EPA Range as Production Delays Hit US Dealers

Volvo's 2027 EX60 electric SUV has demonstrated longer-than-rated driving range in independent testing, but manufacturing problems in Sweden are threatening its availability in the United States. The vehicle traveled 352 miles on a single charge during an Edmunds evaluation, while production setbacks at Volvo's Torslanda plant have pushed expectations for substantial US dealer inventory into the second half of 2027.

According to InsideEVs and Electrek, the tested EX60 P10 all-wheel-drive model with 22-inch tires exceeded its EPA-estimated range of 312 miles by 40 miles, or approximately 13%. Edmunds measured the result under a driving cycle designed to reflect everyday use, combining city streets and highways.

The test consisted of 60% city driving and 40% highway driving, with an average speed of 40 mph. Electrek also reported energy consumption of 28.8 kilowatt-hours per 100 miles, compared with the vehicle's EPA estimate of 30 kWh per 100 miles.

The results provide a positive performance indicator for Volvo as the automaker faces declining sales and stronger competition in the electric vehicle market. However, the production shortfall could limit the EX60's contribution to the company's US business despite its demonstrated range and charging capabilities.

According to Automotive News, Volvo had targeted weekly production of 2,000 EX60s but was building only about 10% of that planned volume amid two manufacturing problems at its Torslanda facility in Sweden. The company had initially aimed to sell 7,000 units in the United States during 2026, but the delays have disrupted those plans.

GlobalData estimates cited by Automotive News showed worldwide EX60 sales at approximately 500 units in July before falling to roughly 250 in August. Volvo is prioritizing deliveries to Europe, leaving US retailers without additional vehicle allocations for the remainder of 2026, according to reporting by Automotive News.

Volvo spokesperson Jacquelyn Johnson attributed the extended production ramp-up to the complexity of the vehicle's manufacturing methods.

"With megacasting, cell-to-body and more, it introduces industry-first state-of-the-art concepts for which there are no blueprints to copy, therefore, the ramp-up phase takes a little longer than initially planned," said Jacquelyn Johnson, a Volvo spokesperson.

The EX60 is the first Volvo model to use megacasting and cell-to-body construction, technologies that introduce new manufacturing processes. Johnson also indicated that a significant number of vehicles already allocated to the US market would arrive in early 2027, although substantial volumes are not expected until the second half of that year.

Automotive News reported that a source familiar with the allocation situation described the impact on US retailers.

"That leaves no additional vehicle allocations for U.S. retailers the rest of this year, with significant volume not expected until the second half of 2027," the source told Automotive News.

The shortage comes as Volvo faces pressure across several major markets. Automotive News reported that the company's third-quarter deliveries fell 41% in China and 8.7% in the United States. The publication also reported that the automaker withdrew its 2026 volume and cash-flow outlook without providing replacement short-term guidance.

A dealership representative described the likely consequences for retailers dealing with the delayed launch.

"Dealers effectively need to write off 2026, and potentially the first half of 2027," the dealership representative told Automotive News.

Volvo's range performance could help distinguish the EX60 from competing premium electric SUVs once supply improves. In the same Edmunds test, the EX60 covered more ground than the Cadillac Lyriq AWD, which reached 319 miles, and the Mercedes-Benz EQS+ 320 SUV, which recorded 349 miles. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 EV performed better, reaching 392 miles.

The 2027 EX60 lineup includes P6 and P10 variants, with battery capacities of 83 kilowatt-hours and 95 kWh, respectively, according to InsideEVs. Depending on configuration, the EPA-estimated range extends from 295 to 330 miles, while DC fast charging can take the battery from 10% to 80% in 16 minutes.

Electrek reported starting prices of $58,400 for the EX60 P6 Plus and $60,750 for the EX60 P10 AWD Plus. Volvo also plans a P12 all-wheel-drive version with an estimated range of 400 miles, although its price has not been announced.

Automotive News reported that Volvo's near-term US supply remains constrained, with significant EX60 delivery volumes not expected until the second half of 2027.