2028 Volvo XC60 and XC90 Debut With More Than 70 Miles of EV Range

Volvo is bringing unusually long-range plug-in hybrids to the U.S. with the 2028 XC60 and XC90, offering up to 78 miles of electric driving and 455 horsepower.

The 2028 Volvo XC60 XC90 plug-in hybrids are set to challenge the usual limits of PHEVs in the United States. Volvo is preparing both SUVs with significantly larger batteries and more than 70 miles of electric-only range.

The XC60 T8 will lead the lineup with 78 miles of EV range, while the larger XC90 T8 will deliver 73 miles. Volvo says the extended range is designed to make electric driving a much bigger part of the daily experience while still retaining the flexibility of a gasoline engine.

Both SUVs also deliver 455 horsepower, making these long-range plug-ins more than simple efficiency-focused models.

Volvo Gives Its PHEVs Serious Performance

The 2028 XC60 T8 combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with the larger battery and electric motor. Total output reaches 455 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque, while an eight-speed automatic transmission sends power to all four wheels.

The result is a 0-60 mph time of just 4.5 seconds.

More importantly, the XC60 can travel up to 78 miles using electric power alone. Volvo believes that is enough for some owners to complete several days of regular driving without relying heavily on the gasoline engine.

The 2028 Volvo XC60 T8 combines 455 horsepower with an impressive 78 miles of electric range.

The XC90 uses essentially the same powertrain but is naturally slower because of its larger size and additional weight. It reaches 60 mph in 5.0 seconds while offering 73 miles of electric range.

Both SUVs have a 112-mph top speed.

The XC60 Gets Another Design Refresh

Volvo is also updating the XC60 for the 2028 model year. The changes give the SUV another visual refresh while keeping its basic design and cabin architecture familiar.

The front end receives a redesigned bumper, grille and hood. New sculpted fenders and a revised rear bumper provide additional changes around the rest of the body.

The XC60 also gets the latest version of Volvo’s signature Thor’s Hammer LED headlights.

The refreshed 2028 Volvo XC60 gains a redesigned front end and Volvo’s latest Thor’s Hammer LED lighting.

Inside, the changes are more subtle. Volvo adds a new Cardamom brown leather option and Brown Ash wood trim, while the updated infotainment system brings Google Gemini as standard.

An 11.2-inch central touchscreen serves as the main interface for the cabin’s digital functions.

More Safety Technology Joins the XC60

Volvo is also expanding the XC60’s safety technology for the new model year.

A redesigned 360-degree camera system uses additional surround sensors to give the driver a clearer view around the vehicle. That should make tight parking areas and other difficult environments easier to navigate.

The SUV can also be equipped with a new cyclist detection system. It can warn occupants when a bicycle is approaching the vehicle’s doors while the XC60 is stationary.

The updated XC60 adds new camera and cyclist-detection technology alongside Volvo’s existing driver-assistance systems.

Volvo’s standard driver-assistance systems can also intervene to help avoid potential collisions. Active brake assistance is designed to reduce impact speed when a collision cannot be prevented entirely.

XC60 and XC90 Bring Long-Range PHEVs to America

The biggest story remains the battery technology. Long-range plug-in hybrids have become more common in other global markets, but vehicles offering more than 70 miles of electric range remain unusual in the United States.

Volvo is positioning the 2028 Volvo XC60 XC90 as a bridge between conventional hybrids and fully electric vehicles. Owners can rely more heavily on electric power for everyday driving while retaining the gasoline engine for longer trips.

The XC60 T8 offers 78 miles of electric range, while the XC90 T8 reaches 73 miles.

Volvo’s New PHEVs Arrive in Late 2027

The updated XC60 T8 is scheduled to reach the U.S. market in late 2027 as a 2028 model. The XC90 will follow shortly afterward.

Volvo has not announced final pricing yet. Current expectations place the XC60 around $65,000, with the XC90 potentially starting closer to $80,000.

The long electric range could give both SUVs an interesting advantage against luxury battery-electric models from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and other rivals.

Ultimately, the 2028 Volvo XC60 XC90 lineup represents a different approach to electrification. Instead of forcing buyers to choose between a traditional hybrid and a full EV, Volvo is giving its two popular SUVs enough electric range to make daily driving far more electric while preserving the convenience of a gasoline powertrain for longer journeys.