Volvo's new EX60 is stepping into the premium electric SUV fight with a major promise: up to 503 miles of range.
That immediately puts pressure on one of the current standouts in the segment, BMW's iX3.
For drivers considering a move away from gas-powered luxury SUVs, the comparison matters. Range, charging speed, comfort, and real-world practicality can all shape whether an EV feels like an upgrade or a compromise.
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A comparison from Electrifying (@Electrifyingcom) examined the EX60 and the BMW iX3 across range, charging, performance, practicality, interior quality, tech, comfort, and value.
The matchup carries extra weight because the iX3 is the outlet's current Car of the Year.
The video caption described the Volvo this way: "The all-new Volvo EX60 is here, promising up to 503 miles of range, ultra-fast charging, clever safety technology and one of the most impressive interiors in the premium EV class."
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For the vehicles tested, the BMW iX3 was listed with a WLTP range of 493 miles, 469 horsepower, and up to 400 kilowatts of charging, while the Volvo EX60 P10 AWD was listed with a WLTP range of 410 miles, 510 horsepower, and up to 370 kilowatts.
Electrifying presenter Nicola Hume's reaction to the Volvo was simple: "Bloody hell, this is a good car."
Her co-presenter, James Batchelor, suggested the result could hinge on "the finest details, the finest margins."
One commenter wrote, "Tested them both and they are both great cars. The BMW drives truly amazing for a heavy SUV. Chuck it at the corner and it will just do it and you'll enjoy it. The Volvo on the other hand is calm, comfy and silent."
More background
Space was part of the appeal for both models. The presenters said each one uses 800-volt charging and sits on a dedicated EV platform, which helps create flat floors and roomy second rows, making electric SUVs feel more spacious and family-friendly than similarly sized gas-powered models.
The review treated the pair as two different takes on a luxury EV. Electrifying praised the BMW for efficiency, range, and a more engaging drive, while the Volvo was highlighted for its comfort, relaxed nature, cabin design, and standard equipment that Batchelor suggested feels more generous than BMW's options list.
What can be done?
The version used in this comparison carried a 410-mile WLTP rating, not the highest advertised figure.
That difference also showed up in equipment. Batchelor said heated seats and a panoramic roof — features many shoppers expect in a premium vehicle — are extra-cost options on the BMW but standard on the Volvo, which can quickly change the value equation.
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