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Volvo electric, plug-in hybrid cars in the UK
Be EV Wise lists Volvo models that can be bought new in the UK: 3 pure EV versions and 1 plug-in hybrid. Guide prices in our list run from £37,260 (Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range) to £89,560 (Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats)).
Volvo models at a glance
| Model | Type | Body, seats | Guide price | Range | Battery | Rapid charging | Boot | Grant | Brand warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX30 Single Motor Extended Range | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £37,260 | about 225 mi | 65 kWh | up to 101 kW | 325 L | Not listed | Check |
| EX60 P10 AWD | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £59,860 | about 310 mi | 91 kWh | up to 240 kW | 575 L | Not listed | Check |
| EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats) | Pure EV | SUV, 7 | £89,560 | about 290 mi | 107 kWh, NMC | up to 250 kW | Check | Not listed | Check |
| XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid 7 seats | Plug-in hybrid | SUV, 7 | £65,000 and above | up to 43 mi (official) | Plug-in battery | n/a | Check | Not listed | Check |
Guide prices are approximate and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Pure EV range is a typical real-world estimate; plug-in hybrid range is the official electric-only figure. Battery chemistry is shown only where a source names it. *Warranty depends on servicing conditions. "Check" means we have not confirmed it: ask the seller. Reliability: see the Warrantywise Reliability Index (built from used-car repair data, so many new models have no score).
Highlights
- Lowest-priced pure EV: Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range, about £37,260.
- Longest real-world range: Volvo EX60 P10 AWD, about 310 miles.
- Fastest rapid charging: Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats), up to 250 kW.
- Biggest boot: Volvo EX60 P10 AWD, 575 litres.
- Longest plug-in hybrid electric range: Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid 7 seats, up to 43 miles (official).
- Seven or more seats: Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats), Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid 7 seats.
What to check before you buy a Volvo
- Confirm the on-the-road price, and whether any Electric Car Grant is included.
- Ask for the vehicle and battery warranty terms in writing, including servicing conditions.
- Ask which battery chemistry the exact car has.
- Look up the model in the Warrantywise Reliability Index.
Frequently asked questions about Volvo
Which Volvo electric and hybrid cars can you buy new in the UK?
Our list includes the EX30, EX60, EX90, XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid. That is 3 pure EV versions and 1 plug-in hybrid. Availability and trims change, so confirm with a dealer.
How much does a new Volvo cost in the UK?
Guide prices in our list run from £37,260 (Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range) to £89,560 (Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats)). Prices are approximate, change often, and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Always confirm the on-the-road price with the seller.
What range do Volvo electric cars have?
Typical real-world range in our list runs from about 225 to 310 miles across the 3 pure EV versions. The official WLTP figure is higher; winter and motorway driving reduce range further.
Are the Volvo hybrids self-charging or plug-in?
In our list, Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid 7 seats is a plug-in hybrid. Full hybrids charge themselves and cannot be plugged in; plug-in hybrids have a larger battery you charge from a socket.
Are any Volvo cars eligible for the Electric Car Grant?
None of the Volvo models in our list appeared on the published Electric Car Grant lists we checked in September 2026. The lists change, so check GOV.UK.
What warranty does Volvo offer on new cars?
We have not confirmed Volvo's standard new-car warranty for this guide. Ask the seller for the vehicle and battery warranty terms in writing.
What battery do Volvo cars use?
Sources name the battery chemistry for Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (7 seats) (NMC). Other versions may differ, and it is not named for every Volvo in our list, so ask the seller to confirm the chemistry for the exact car.
How reliable are Volvo cars?
Each model can be checked against the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses used-car repair data (vehicles three to fifteen years old, at least 250 per model). Many new models have no score yet, and the Index is not a prediction for an individual car.
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Figures compiled September 2026 from published UK sources and are approximate. Page reviewed 2026-09-20. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.