Volvo trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Current Volvo models use a three-step trim ladder — Core, Plus and Ultra (called Ultimate, with Bright or Dark themes, for 2024) — while model years before 2023 used Momentum, R-Design and Inscription. A trim name alone does not pin down equipment, so each model page lists the trims by generation. CarWhere lays out 87 trims across 7 Volvo models — XC90, XC60, XC40, EX30, EX90, V60 and S60 — with dated base MSRPs, engines and key equipment.
| Model | Current generation | Trims | From (USD) | Trim ladder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo XC90 trim levels | XC90, second generation (2025.5 refresh) | 3 | $58,4502025 MY | Core → Plus → Ultra |
| Volvo XC60 trim levels | XC60, second generation (2025 model year) | 4 | $47,0502025 MY | Core → Plus → Ultra → Polestar Engineered |
| Volvo XC40 trim levels | XC40 (2025 model year) | 3 | $40,6502025 MY | Core → Plus → Ultra |
| Volvo EX30 trim levels | EX30 (2026 model year) | 2 | $38,9502026 MY | Single Motor Plus → Cross Country Twin Motor Ultra |
| Volvo EX90 trim levels | EX90 (2025 model year) | 4 | $79,9952025 MY | Twin Motor Plus → Twin Motor Ultra → Twin Motor Performance Plus → Twin Motor Performance Ultra |
| Volvo V60 trim levels | V60 Cross Country (2025 model year) | 2 | $50,3002025 MY | Plus → Ultra |
| Volvo S60 trim levels | S60, third generation (2024 model year) | 5 | $42,0002024 MY | Core → Plus → Plus Black Edition → Ultimate → Ultimate Black Edition |
Volvo XC90 trim levels
The Volvo XC90 comes in Core, Plus and Ultra equipment levels, each with a B5 or B6 mild hybrid or the T8 plug-in hybrid. Volvo's 2025.5 prices ran from $58,450 (B5 Core, 7 seats) to $80,700 (T8 Ultra, 6 seats), excluding destination; for 2026 Volvo lists a $62,445 start including $1,395 destination.
Volvo XC60 trim levels
The Volvo XC60 comes in Core, Plus and Ultra, with Black Edition styling on Ultra and a separate T8 Polestar Engineered. Volvo's 2025 B5 AWD prices were $47,050 (Core), $51,700 (Plus) and $57,000 (Ultra), excluding destination; T8 plug-in hybrids ran $58,050 to $68,950 and the Polestar Engineered $75,250.
Volvo XC40 trim levels
The Volvo XC40 comes in Core, Plus and Ultra. Volvo's 2025 prices for the B5 AWD mild hybrid were $40,650 for Core, $45,500 for Plus and $49,300 for Ultra, excluding destination, with Bright or Dark themes on Plus and Ultra. The 2019 launch trims were Momentum, R-Design and Inscription.
Volvo EX30 trim levels
The Volvo EX30 is sold in Plus and Ultra equipment levels. For 2026 the Single Motor Plus starts at $38,950 and the EX30 Cross Country, a Twin Motor Ultra only, at $48,150. The 2025 launch model was the 422-hp Twin Motor Performance at $44,900 (Plus) or $46,600 (Ultra), excluding destination.
Volvo EX90 trim levels
The Volvo EX90 comes in Plus and Ultra, each with Twin Motor or Twin Motor Performance power and six or seven seats. Volvo's 2025 prices ran from $79,995 for a Twin Motor Plus 7-seater to $89,845 for a Twin Motor Performance Ultra 6-seater, excluding destination. A Single Motor joins for 2026.
Volvo V60 trim levels
For 2025 Volvo sold the V60 Cross Country B5 AWD in two levels, Plus at $50,300 and Ultra at $55,400, excluding destination. The 2024 list also carried the V60 T8 Polestar Engineered wagon at $71,250. The 2019 second-generation V60 launched from $38,900 in Momentum, R-Design and Inscription trims.
Volvo S60 trim levels
The last US Volvo S60 price list (2024) offered Core, Plus and Ultimate levels in the Dark theme, plus Black Edition, with B5 FWD, B5 AWD or T8 plug-in hybrid power. Prices ran from $42,000 for a B5 FWD Core to $58,550 for a T8 Ultimate Black Edition, excluding destination. 2019–2022 cars use Momentum, R-Design and Inscription.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the XC90 trim levels in order?
The current Volvo XC90 (XC90, second generation (2025.5 refresh)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Core, Plus, Ultra. Base prices for the 2025 model year start at $58,450.
What are the XC60 trim levels in order?
The current Volvo XC60 (XC60, second generation (2025 model year)) comes in 4 trims, lowest to highest: Core, Plus, Ultra, Polestar Engineered. Base prices for the 2025 model year start at $47,050.
What are the XC40 trim levels in order?
The current Volvo XC40 (XC40 (2025 model year)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Core, Plus, Ultra. Base prices for the 2025 model year start at $40,650.
What are the EX30 trim levels in order?
The current Volvo EX30 (EX30 (2026 model year)) comes in 2 trims, lowest to highest: Single Motor Plus, Cross Country Twin Motor Ultra. Base prices for the 2026 model year start at $38,950.
How can I tell what trim my Volvo is?
Badges can be swapped or deleted, so the reliable record is the original paperwork or the build record tied to the VIN, which shows the trim, engine and packages the car was built with.
Sources
Each trim page lists its own dated Volvo sources. Key references:
- Volvo Car USA newsroom — press releases, pricing and specifications — Volvo Car USA
- volvocars.com/us — models, build and price — Volvo Car USA
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