Volvo Cars is increasing 2026 production volumes for its fully electric EX60 SUV after order intake across major European markets significantly exceeded internal forecasts. The surge in demand has prompted the automaker to explore an unprecedented extension of its Torslanda plant operations.
Highlights
- European retail orders are well above forecast, with Sweden alone generating over 3,000 orders within the first month of availability
- Order pace surpasses that of the EX30 small SUV following its 2023 global reveal, despite the EX30’s lower price point and high-volume segment positioning
- Volvo Cars is in discussions with labor unions to keep the Torslanda plant open one extra week during the summer — a first in company history
- U.S. order books for the EX60 have not yet opened, signaling additional demand potential ahead
Early European Orders Outpace Forecasts
Barely one month after the EX60’s public reveal, nearly all major European markets are reporting retail orders considerably above internal targets. Sweden leads the surge, accounting for more than 3,000 orders. Contributing factors include a new Care offer built around simplicity and transparency, along with three years of complimentary home charging.
Notably, the current order activity reflects only European markets. U.S. order books are scheduled to open later this spring, which means total demand figures could rise substantially.
Production Ramp-Up at Torslanda
In response to the order intake, Volvo Cars is planning a production increase for the EX60 at its Torslanda facility in Gothenburg, Sweden. The company is currently in dialogue with relevant labor unions about keeping the plant operational for one additional week during the summer shutdown period. If approved, this would mark the first time in Volvo Cars’ history that such an extension has occurred.
Erik Severinson, chief commercial officer at Volvo Cars, said the early order volume has surpassed expectations. He described the result as a good problem to have, adding that the company is reviewing 2026 production plans as it prepares for the start of customer car deliveries next month.
EX60 Positioning and Key Specs
The EX60 was revealed in late January to broadly positive reception. Volvo Cars positions it as a segment benchmark across several dimensions:
- Range: Class-leading figures based on WLTP standards (preliminary; actual range varies by conditions)
- Charging speed: Designed to charge in the time of a routine stop; based on testing at 400 kW charging infrastructure
- Pricing: Aligned with the XC60 plug-in hybrid, Volvo’s best-selling nameplate
Additional information is available on the Volvo Cars Press & Media site.
Note: Range figures are preliminary and based on WLTP testing under specific conditions. Charging times vary based on temperature, battery condition, and available infrastructure.
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