Getting Ready for the 2027 Volvo EX60: What Oakville Buyers Need to Know Before It Arrives

The 2027 Volvo EX60 is generating more pre-arrival interest than almost any Volvo model in recent memory — and with good reason. It enters one of the most competitive segments in the premium EV market, positioned between the compact EX30 and the flagship EX90, and it arrives with technology, range, and charging speed that represent a genuine step forward for the brand. For drivers in Oakville considering their next vehicle, here's everything confirmed about the EX60 and why it's worth understanding before it lands this fall.

What the EX60 Is — and Where It Fits

The 2027 EX60 is a fully electric midsize SUV built on a dedicated born-electric architecture — distinct from the platform underpinning the current XC60 and XC90, and designed from the ground up for battery-electric vehicles. That foundation enables a larger battery package, more efficient thermal management, faster charging capability, and a lower centre of gravity than vehicles adapted from existing combustion platforms.

In practical terms, the EX60 is sized similarly to the XC60: a five-seat midsize SUV with generous cargo capacity, all-wheel drive capability, and the Scandinavian design language Volvo has refined across its electric lineup. It fills the role that many Volvo families in Oakville currently fill with an XC60 — but with a fully electric powertrain and a new generation of technology onboard.

Three Powertrain Options: P6, P10, and P12

Volvo will offer the EX60 in three distinct powertrain configurations, each targeting a different buyer profile:

• P6 (Single Motor): The entry-level configuration designed for accessible pricing and efficient everyday commuting — the natural starting point for buyers making their first EV transition
• P10 (Dual Motor, AWD): The mid-range all-wheel drive variant delivering up to 514 km of range and well-suited to Ontario's variable seasons and the occasional gravel road or snowy driveway
• P12 (Dual Motor, AWD): The performance configuration with maximum power output, up to 640 km of range, and 0–100 km/h in 4.6 seconds — for drivers who want premium EV performance without compromising on practicality

For most Oakville buyers replacing an XC60 B5 or XC60 T8, the P10 AWD is likely the natural fit: all-wheel drive capability for Ontario winters, 514 km of confirmed range for daily commuting and weekend travel, and a price point that aligns with the current XC60 segment. The P12 appeals to buyers currently drawn to the XC60 T8's 455-horsepower performance but wanting to go fully electric.

Range and Charging: The Official Numbers

Range and charging are the two questions Oakville buyers ask first when evaluating an EV — and Volvo Canada has published the confirmed figures.

Range:

• Up to 514 km for the P10 AWD variant (20" summer tires)
• Up to 640 km for the P12 AWD variant (20" summer tires)
• Official EPA range estimates will be released closer to launch; actual range varies with tire selection, temperature, speed, and driving style — as with any EV

For Oakville drivers, 514 km on a full charge covers a round trip to Kingston, a full week of GTA-area commuting without a top-up, or a Friday evening run to Collingwood and back with significant range to spare.

Charging Speed:

The EX60 uses 800-volt charging architecture — a meaningful advancement over the 400V systems found in most current EVs. At a 400 kW DC fast charger, the EX60 charges from 10% to 80% in as little as 16 minutes. That changes the calculus of road trip charging: a brief stop along the 400-series corridor is no longer a 45-minute commitment — it's the length of a coffee break.

At home, Level 2 overnight charging via a 240V wallbox fully replenishes the battery while you sleep. Volvo has partnered with ChargePoint for home charger supply and Qmerit for professional installation — both available through Volvo Cars Oakville to simplify the setup process.

Public Charging Network:

The EX60 uses the NACS charging standard, unlocking access to more than 17,800 DC fast chargers on the Tesla Supercharger Network across North America. For Oakville owners travelling along the QEW, Highway 400, or the 401, Supercharger stations at regular highway intervals make long-distance EV travel as straightforward as it has ever been.

For day-to-day charging needs, the Volvo Cars app identifies compatible chargers and supports Plug & Charge — automatic payment authentication when you connect, with no separate card or app required.

Cargo Space Designed Around Real Life

The EX60's born-electric architecture allows for cargo packaging that combustion and hybrid platforms cannot replicate. Official Volvo Canada figures:

• 634 litres of trunk space with rear seats up
• 1,647 litres with rear seats folded flat
• 52-litre frunk — front trunk, accessible from outside, ideal for cables and valuables
• 63-litre underfloor compartment — a 60/40-split under the trunk floor for smaller items kept secure and out of sight

For Oakville families currently driving an XC60 or XC90, the EX60's total storage flexibility is immediately practical: the frunk alone solves the charging cable storage problem that catches many EV owners off guard.

Technology and Infotainment

The EX60 runs on a robust software platform powered by core computing for fast, responsive performance and seamless integration across vehicle systems. Over-the-air updates ensure the EX60 continues to improve after you drive it home — new features and refinements delivered automatically without a service visit.

Infotainment and connectivity features confirmed for the Canadian market:

• 15-inch landscape centre display — the primary interface for navigation, audio, climate, and vehicle settings
• Google Built-in — Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play accessible directly from the display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay — standard on all EX60 trims
• Bose Premium Sound on Plus trim; Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity with Dolby Atmos on Ultra trim
• Machine learning battery management that adapts to your driving and charging patterns to optimize range over time

Safety: The World-First Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt

The EX60 carries Volvo's full active safety suite — City Safety with auto brake, Pilot Assist with lane change assist, and collision-avoidance systems that detect vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. But the most distinctive safety feature in the EX60 is one that has never appeared in a production vehicle before.

The multi-adaptive safety belt — named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2025 — comes standard on the EX60's front seats. Using real-time data from interior and exterior sensors, it adapts to crash severity, occupant size, and seating position to optimize protection for each individual in each specific situation. It's a meaningful advancement over traditional fixed-load safety belts and one of the clearest expressions of Volvo's safety philosophy in a production vehicle.

Arriving This Fall: Register Your Interest at Volvo Cars Oakville

The 2027 Volvo EX60 is expected to arrive at Canadian dealerships in Fall 2026. If you're currently driving an XC60, approaching the end of a lease, or planning your transition to fully electric, now is the right time to get on the early notification list at Volvo Cars Oakville.

Our team can walk you through the available configurations, discuss how the EX60 compares to the current XC60 lineup, and help you understand the full cost of ownership picture across powertrain options.

Contact Volvo Cars Oakville to register your interest in the 2027 EX60 and be among the first in Halton Region to know when it arrives.