Good News from Volvo: Automaker Hints at a Possible Return of Wagons to the U.S.

Not long ago, it seemed that Volvo wagons were effectively done in the American market. The V60 Cross Country was the last notable model still on sale, while the full-size V90 had already been discontinued. Now, however, Volvo is signaling that the situation could change—though not overnight.

To understand how Volvo currently defines a “rugged wagon,” it’s worth looking at the V60 Cross Country. In its standard configuration, it comes with a 2.0-liter hybrid four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. Output is rated at 247 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque available from just 1,800 rpm. Fuel economy is estimated at 24 mpg in the city, 31 mpg on the highway, and 27 mpg combined. The hybrid system uses a traditional lead-acid battery.

At the presentation of the 2027 Volvo EX60, Volvo’s head of strategy and product, Michael Fleiss, told The Drive that the wagon segment is not officially closed. According to him, the company is actively exploring the possibility of bringing wagons back, including to the U.S., and he believes there is still a market for them.

Fleiss also emphasized that with the industry’s shift toward electric vehicles, aerodynamics have become critically important. Even with the same drag coefficient, a taller SUV body and its larger frontal area require more energy to push through the air. That’s less of an issue for gas-powered vehicles, but for EVs—where buyers are highly sensitive to driving range—it becomes a fundamental concern.

Another interesting point: Fleiss noted that wagons are starting to regain popularity. Europe remains the core market, even though crossovers continue to squeeze the segment there. At the same time, China is actively producing wagons as well, and interest in the body style has grown noticeably. As an example, he pointed to the new China-market XC70. It may no longer resemble the classic “boxy Swede,” but in fully electric form it can travel up to 124 miles on a single charge.