The Volvo EX60 Electric Car Lease arrives in the UK

Arriving in the UK - The Volvo EX60 Electric Car Lease

Northern Ireland has become a hotbed for electric car conversations further to a charging policy at Stormont (the Parliamentary Buildings). As we previously mentioned in an article relating to used EVs and NI, the civil servants at Stormont have been enjoying the gratuity of free charging.

While this is only a modest benefit financially, for those serving in a public office it has been deemed a benefit too far. Reporting again in the BBC  there are now more people speaking out on this matter, suggesting that civil servants should pay for the electricity used on their electric cars.

The 6 charging points have historically been utilised without payment but further to an investigation, it was discovered that a travel allowance was allowed to staff who were also being allowed to charge their vehicles for free. Until finer details have been arranged, the 6 EV charging points remain out of use and members who have previously utilised them will be asked to reimburse the public for the electricity used.

So, what started as a fairly innocuous story and insight has become something of great significance and demonstrates why charging policies for both public and private institutions need to be handled carefully! Just because it is BEV related does not mean you do not need to be accountable.

This follows nicely into our regular review and update into the state of public charging for UK EV drivers, as provided by our partners ZapMap . In their June 2026 report, the Zap Map team produced some more results on the recent developments for charging infrastructure in May 2026:

•  We now have 121,262 chargers in 46,664 locations
•  874 new charging devices were launched in May 2026
•  2,374 Rapid (50kW – 149kW) or Ultra-Rapid (150kW) chargers are now in the UK across 6,953 locations
•  285 Rapid or Ultra-Rapid charging devices were installed in May 2026
•  The UK’s biggest rapid charge point operator is MFG EV Power group with Osprey and BP Pulse just behind

The big growth is really in the rapid charging solutions which are emerging across the UK. As noted in the Zap Map report, they only account for around 25% of total EV chargers in the UK but this is changing.

More and more companies are turning towards interim and efficient DC connection to allow EV drivers to quickly charge their vehicle. One of the stories covered in the GB News Channel is the confirmation of the BYD Flash charging device  which can offer seismic charging rates of up to 1000kW.

With BYD Blade batteries able to connect to these points, this would mean 5 – 10 minute charging sessions akin to the time taken at our traditional petrol stations. With rising improvements in battery tech, many of the EVs to lease in 2026 are allowing for DC rates at over 200kW, which essentially means the adage of “5 – 10 minutes” for charging is becoming more of a reality rather than a marketing statement.

If you use our Guide to Electric Cars  you will see that the average DC is 193kW across the board. The challenge, which is being addressed, is having a network which can accommodate this level of functionality and provide UK drivers with the ultimate in zero-emission efficiency.    

Introducing the new Volvo EX60 Electric Car Lease    

The latest Volvo SUV to go live in showrooms across the UK, the EX60, is exactly the type of next-generation tech we are talking about in terms of charging. With up to 375kW DC, this is exactly the high speed ultra-rapid (or ultra ultra-rapid) facility we are referring to.

One Car, two expressions, the new EX60 and EX60 Cross Country are looking to bring long-range, rapid charging, practicality and robustness to the UK leasing market.

Some of the key features include the 800V charging technology, HuginCore system for OTA updates and AI assistance, 1,647 litres of cargo space across the front, rear and underfloor though modular design, next generation safety design like the multi-adaptive safety belt and Pilot Assist. The Cross Country will offer higher ground clearance along with air suspension as standard.        

The specification options include (which you can configure on the Volvo website) 

•  Plus – from £56,860 this includes  whiplash protection, digital key plus, smart key card, alarm, premium textile cabin, run-off road mitigation, lane keeping aid, road sign information, ongoing lane mitigation, 360 degree camera with 3D view, matrix LED lights, 15” centre display, 11” driver display, pearl pilot assist, Apple CarPlay, Bose Premium sound, wireless charging, pre-conditioning, 3-zone climate, heated steering wheel, wiper blades with integrated heating, frameless heated door mirrors, power tailgate, panoramic roof, 20” alloys, power adjustable front seats, heated front and rear seats and 2-way lumbar support; and
•  Ultra - from £62,360 this adds laminated side windows, nordico upholstery, pixel headlights, headlight cleaning, Bowers and Wilkins audio, tinted rear windows, electrochromic roof, 21” alloys, ventilated front seats and 4-way lumbar support.                    

Key colours include the Ice White, Onyx Black, Denim Blue, Vapour Grey, Forest Lake and Heather Bronze. A range of 21” and 22” alloys are available too. Some of the key additional options include the fully electric towbar, reversible load compartment mat, integrated running boards and sunshade for the panoramic roof. 

The Cross Country model offers the distinctive Frost Green. But note this is only available to order from 2027.      

The Volvo EX60 will launch in 3 battery options which we will explore in-depth

•  P6 Electric – this is a standard battery cost and is an 83kWh battery;
•  P10 AWD Electric – this adds an extra £3,000 on the standard and is an 95kWh battery; and
•  P12 AWD Electric - this adds an extra £8,000 on the standard and is an 117kWh battery.

How will the 2026 Volvo EX60 EV perform?          

•  P6 - this RWD SUV will have an 80 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 5.9 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 275 kW (or 369hp). Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 320 miles – a 280 mile combined. On charging, the 22kW AC max will allow 4 hour and 30 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 320 kW DC maximum allowing 19 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 523L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 142 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2000kg (Braked). This EX60 has Bidirectional charging - with V2L (via an exterior type 2 port), V2G and V2H capabilities. The Heat Pump is available as a standard option;

•  P10 - this AWD SUV will have a 91 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 4.7 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 375 kW (or 503hp). Expect a combined winter range of 260 miles with warmer weather allowing for 355 miles – a 310 mile combined. On charging, the 22kW AC max will allow 5 hour 0 – 100% charging times with the 370 kW DC maximum allowing 19 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 523L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 138 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2400kg (Braked). This EX60 has Bidirectional charging - with V2L (via an exterior type 2 port), V2G and V2H capabilities. The Heat Pump is available as a standard option;
•  P12 - this AWD SUV will have a 112 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 3.9 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 500 kW (or 671hp). Expect a combined winter range of 320 miles with warmer weather allowing for 430 miles – a 375 mile combined. On charging, the 22kW AC max will allow 6 hour 0 – 100% charging times with the 370 kW DC maximum allowing 20 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 523L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 135 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2400kg (Braked). This EX60 has Bidirectional charging - with V2L (via an exterior type 2 port), V2G and V2H capabilities. The Heat Pump is available as a standard option; and
• P10 Cross Country - this AWD SUV will have a 91 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 4.7 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 375 kW (or 503hp). Expect a combined winter range of 255 miles with warmer weather allowing for 345 miles – a 300 mile combined. On charging, the 22kW AC max will allow 5 hour 0 – 100% charging times with the 370 kW DC maximum allowing 19 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 523L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 138 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2400kg (Braked). This EX60 has Bidirectional charging - with V2L (via an exterior type 2 port), V2G and V2H capabilities. The Heat Pump is available as a standard option.

Want to know more about going into an Electric Volvo EX60?

Head to our dedicated Volvo special offers section or speak to our experts directly on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected]