Volvo Cars’ streamlined U.S. portfolio emphasizes domestically produced, higher-volume gasoline and hybrid crossovers while advancing the automaker’s electric vehicle ambitions judiciously.

Volvo has jettisoned several imported sedans and wagons in recent years. The move positions the brand as an all-crossover player in the U.S. — for now.

Volvo also is reshaping its utility vehicle portfolio. The automaker is expected to replace the electric XC40 (EX40) as the brand’s soon-to-be entry-level electric model with a larger crossover, Automotive News first reported Aug. 2.

The EX50 will ride on Volvo’s SPA3 platform and arrive in dealerships in the fall of 2027.On the other end of the lineup,

While bringing new metal to market, Volvo is updating its aging XC40. The crossover receives a heavy face-lift next year, including a redesigned grill and front and rear fascias early in 2027. Headlights are updated but retain the signature Thor’s hammer design. Taillights are updated. It’s unclear if the XC40 receives a next generation. 

Volvo gives aging XC40 heavy facelift, drops electric EX40 in 2027