ICE TRACK & SNOW: New 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country vs XC90 PHEV

Experience the ultimate Swedish winter drive! Join us as we take the new all-electric Volvo EX30 Cross Country onto the ice track and test the luxury XC90 PHEV on snowy mountain roads. Volvo invited us out to experience their latest electrified lineup in its natural habitat: the snow and ice. This isn't a full review, but a look at the pure driving joy and capability of these two very different machines. First, we head to the ice track with the Volvo EX30 Cross Country. With its raised ground clearance and Twin Motor Performance, we see exactly how a compact EV handles a frozen lake. Then, we transition to the Volvo XC90 T8 Recharge (PHEV) for a serene, confident drive through picturesque winter landscapes, proving why it remains the ultimate luxury family SUV for cold climates. In this video: Ice drifting in the EX30 Cross Country Winter road handling in the XC90 PHEV First impressions of the EX30 CC rugged styling The "Cross Country" experience on studded tires