The era of the classic Volvo wagon in the United States is drawing to a close. Beginning early next year, the Swedish automaker will stop accepting new orders for its remaining wagon models in the US market, effectively marking the end of a vehicle style that has been central to Volvo’s identity for decades. The V90 wagon already disappeared from American showrooms in 2021, and now the V60 Cross Country is set to follow. For buyers hoping to own a new Volvo wagon in the US, time is officially running out.
Volvo has confirmed that orders for its wagons will only be taken until late January 2026, with production of US-spec V60 Cross Country models scheduled to wrap up in April of the same year. After that point, customers will be limited to whatever inventory remains on dealer lots. The company expects a small number of vehicles to linger for a few months, but once those are sold, the wagon will vanish entirely from Volvo’s American lineup. According to the brand, this move is not abrupt but rather the result of long-term market trends and shifting consumer preferences.
From Volvo’s perspective, the decision reflects its ongoing effort to align with what American buyers actually want. SUVs and crossovers now dominate the US market, offering higher seating positions, easier entry and exit, and a sense of security that many customers find appealing. Volvo points to the introduction of the XC90 in 2003 as a turning point, not just for the brand but for the industry as a whole. That model helped accelerate the shift away from traditional wagons, with crossovers eventually taking over the practical family-car role wagons once held—while also delivering stronger profit margins.
Even so, the move carries emotional weight. Volvo itself has described the transition as “bittersweet,” and it’s easy to understand why. Volvo wagons were more than just functional vehicles; they were cultural icons. The boxy 240 became a fixture of suburban life, while performance-oriented estates like the turbocharged 740, 850, and V70 surprised enthusiasts by blending practicality with genuine speed. Today’s V60 still embodies that legacy, combining understated Scandinavian design with versatility and driving refinement.
Volvo argues that SUVs simply make more sense for modern buyers, especially as the company invests heavily in US-focused models such as the XC60 and the electric EX90. From a business standpoint, the strategy is logical. However, many enthusiasts would counter that wagons still excel at the same tasks with fewer compromises. They are typically lighter, lower to the ground, more efficient, and better to drive on the road, offering long-distance comfort without the added bulk of an SUV.
While Volvo remains fully committed to the US market, it is clearly moving forward without wagons. Elsewhere in the world, however, estates, shooting brakes, and kombis will continue to exist. That global survival only makes their disappearance from American roads feel more poignant, signaling the end of a quietly brilliant chapter in automotive history.