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Volvo has taken the covers off its latest entry into the electric SUV market with the EX60.
The car is built on Volvo’s new ‘SPA3’ platform, which allows the EX60 to be offered with three battery options and 800-volt architecture for ultra-rapid charging speeds.
The entry-level ‘P6’ comes equipped with an 83kWh battery paired to a single rear-mounted electric motor that can take the car a claimed 385 miles between charges. The ‘P10’ variant is fitted with a larger 95kWh dual-motor unit to make all-wheel drive and provides a claimed range of up to 410 miles between trips to the plug.
Flagship ‘P12’ cars come with a 110kWh battery, dual electric motors, all-wheel drive and a claimed 503 miles between top-ups, giving it a best-in-class range in the process.
All variants of the EX60 will be compatible with 400kW DC rapid-charging, which will take the car from a 10 to 80% charge in 18 minutes for the 95kWh car and 19 minutes for the 110kWh setup; however, a charging time for the 83kWh model has not been revealed at this stage.
The exterior of the car uses similar design cues from other electric Volvo models with slim front headlights, vertical taillights, flush door handles and tall doorlines.
Inside, the car features Volvo’s latest ‘UX’ infotainment system with Ai assistance, based on Google’s Gemini voice activation. The interior also features a square-shaped steering wheel, a digital driver’s display, a flat floor and lots of cubby holes.
Volvo will also offer the EX60 in a rugged ‘Cross Country’ variant, which boasts a 20mm raised ride height, air suspension, wider wheel arch claddings and black upper door mouldings.
Prices and standard equipment are yet to be revealed, although it’s anticipated that P6 and P10 models will arrive in showrooms in the summer and P12 cars will go on sale next year.
:: Dacia’s Bigster transformed into ‘Million Star Hotel’ for overnight stargazing
Dacia will be giving keen stargazers the chance to stay in its ‘Million Star Hotel’ next month with a special fleet of Bigsters SUVs.
A number of the brand’s largest SUV will descend to the heart of Scotland’s Galloway Forest Park – the UK’s first certified Dark Sky Park – to give a number of lucky adventurers the ability to see the night sky without any light pollution.
The Bigsters will be equipped with Dacia’s ‘Sleep Pack’, which kits out the car with a foldaway double bed and mattress on which to have a comfortable night’s sleep. A full panoramic sunroof will allow occupants of the car to view the night sky from their bed inside the car, too.
The Sleep Pack – which costs from £1,740 – is a number of accessories which can be added to the Bigster to make it more adventure-ready, with other extras including a camping pack, which adds a tailgate tent and blackout blinds.
Those who get a ticket to the Million Star Hotel – which can be reserved via the Dacia website – will also get the chance to try their hand at kayaking, fishing and open-fire cooking to help maximise their time outdoors.
The Bigster is Dacia’s largest vehicle in its current range. Equipped with a hybrid engine, it starts from £25,125.
Dacia says that guests may also have the chance to see a ‘rare six-planet alignment’ as Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and Mercury become visible to the naked eye during the Million Star Hotel’s opening period between February 25 and 26.
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