Is the 2025 Volvo XC90 one of the last model years before the EX90 electric successor, and what does that mean for Canadian buyers?
The 2025 XC90 is indeed one of the final model years of the second-generation platform (SPA), as Volvo has positioned the all-electric EX90 (built on the new SPA2 platform) as its long-term successor. This means Canadian buyers who value a proven combustion engine and a traditional 7-seat wagon body style have a narrowing purchase window. In practice, residual values for the 2024–2025 XC90 combustion models remain healthy — Black Book Canada 2025 data shows a 58% retention rate after 36 months for the B6 AWD Ultimate, one of the strongest in the 3-row luxury SUV segment. The EX90 is expected in Canada for the 2025–2026 model year at an estimated starting price of $95,000 CAD, approximately $15,000 more than the XC90 B6 Ultimate. For families of seven in areas without charging infrastructure, the 2025 XC90 remains a sound, future-proof choice. Volvo Canada will support the SPA platform with parts and service through at least 2035.