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Volvo pulls its last wagon from the US lineup
After a lineage that stretches back to the 1953 Duett — Volvo's original dual-purpose family-and-work car — the Swedish brand has decided to stop offering long-roof wagons in the United States. Volvo Car USA confirmed that the V60 Cross Country will be discontinued for the American market: order books will close in January 2026 and production for US delivery will end in April 2026.
Why it’s happening: market reality over nostalgia
Volvo’s decision reflects a simple fact of the modern US car market: buyers overwhelmingly prefer SUVs and crossovers. In the first three quarters of 2025 the XC60 outsold every Volvo sedan and wagon combination in the United States. Across that nine-month span, Volvo moved a little over 30,000 units of the XC60 versus roughly 13,000 units combined for the S60, V60, S90 and V90 models. Even the subcompact XC40 posted stronger sales, underlining why Volvo is shifting resources toward crossovers and electrified SUVs.
What this means for buyers and dealers
US customers who love the V60 Cross Country will still be able to configure a 2026 model for a short time, but new orders close January 2026. Volvo says it has no plans to replace the V60 Cross Country with another wagon-like model in the American market. Importantly, this is a regional withdrawal — V60 Cross Country production will continue for other markets around the world, where demand for wagons and all-road vehicles remains stronger.
What the V60 Cross Country offers
The V60 Cross Country is produced in Gothenburg, Sweden, and aims to blur the line between a traditional station wagon and a compact crossover. With increased ground clearance, ruggedized styling cues and standard all-wheel drive, it targets buyers who want the driving dynamics of a wagon with some light off-road capability.
- Trim levels (2026): Plus and Ultra
- Price (current US): Plus $53,495; Ultra $58,795 (each plus $1,295 destination)
- Powertrain: B5 mild-hybrid with 48-volt integrated starter-generator
- Drivetrain: Haldex-type AWD coupling, Aisin transmission
Under the hood the V60 Cross Country uses Volvo's B5 mild-hybrid setup introduced for the 2022 model year. The 48-volt integrated starter-generator (ISG) supplies up to about 30 lb-ft (40 Nm) of electric torque to improve low-end response while the turbocharger spools. The all-wheel-drive system employs a BorgWarner Haldex-style coupling that can send up to 50% of torque to the rear axle and includes an off-road mode that locks the torque split at speeds under 25 mph (40 km/h).
One noteworthy detail is the brake-actuated limited-slip function, which simulates a mechanical LSD by using the brakes to bias torque toward wheels with better traction. Combined with an Aisin-supplied automatic transmission, the package is tailored for confident, composed driving on mixed surfaces — a core appeal of the Cross Country philosophy.
Quick facts & highlights
- Production stop for US: April 2026 (orders close January 2026)
- Assembly location: Gothenburg, Sweden
- Standard: AWD and B5 mild-hybrid powertrain
- Reason: Strong shift in US demand toward SUVs and crossovers
“US buyers overwhelmingly prefer SUVs,” Volvo Car USA stated in its announcement, summarizing why the brand is refocusing its American lineup. For fans of traditional wagons this is a symbolic exit — but for Volvo it’s a pragmatic move to put resources where buyers are actually purchasing.
For global readers and car enthusiasts, the V60 Cross Country will remain a compelling choice in regions where wagons still hold appeal. In the United States, though, the era of the mainstream Volvo wagon appears to be winding down — at least for now.
Source: autoevolution
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