Volvo To Build XC60 In America To Avoid Trump Import Tariffs

Volvo has just announced something many fans have been hoping for—the XC60 is going local. Starting in late 2026, the popular SUV will be built right here in the United States at Volvo’s plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina. That’s the same facility currently producing the EX90 and the Polestar 3.

This is a big step for Volvo, especially since the XC60 is one of its top sellers in the U.S. So far this year, over 21,900 units have been sold, up nearly 23 percent compared to last year. It’s even outselling the larger XC90 by more than 2,000 units.

The South Carolina plant will produce both mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the Volvo XC60. While part of the move is about getting closer to customers, it’s also a smart way to avoid the rising cost of import tariffs, something automakers are increasingly having to factor into their production plans.

Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson said the decision reflects the company’s long-term commitment to the U.S. market. It also aligns with their strategy of building cars where they’re sold. With Volvo marking 70 years in America and more than five million vehicles sold here, the timing feels right.

Luis Rezende, President of Volvo Cars Americas, added that the XC60 has already earned a strong following in the U.S., and building it locally only makes it more appealing. As he put it, it’s the “right car for this market,” and soon it’ll be built by American hands for American roads.

Volvo hasn’t shared too many production details just yet, but the timeline is actually a bit quicker than expected. There’s still no official word on whether the XC90 will join the XC60 at the Ridgeville plant, though past reports suggest that could happen by 2028.