As interest in electric cars cools and traditional body styles fade from U.S. showrooms, the idea of bringing wagons back feels more timely than ever. While Volvo has officially said it will end wagon sales in the United States starting in April 2026, designers and enthusiasts are sketching out concepts that could bend the trend the other way.

One of them is a virtual Volvo V90 Cross Country by digital artist Nikita Chuyko (kelsonik). The rendering imagines a large, stylish yet thoroughly practical long-roof, shaped in line with the brand’s current language: a closed grille, signature Thor’s Hammer LEDs, an upright silhouette, and a generous cargo area. The proportions land well, with clean lines that look contemporary rather than nostalgic.

The Cross Country take deserves special attention: raised ride height and protective cladding suggest real-world utility. Although the exterior reads like an EV—there’s even a hint of a charge port on the fender—sources point to a hybrid concept. This layout is said to be already used in the new-generation Volvo XC70, which sets a clear template.

The front-wheel-drive setup pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with an electric motor and a 21.2 kWh battery, delivering up to 116 km of electric range and 312 hp. The all-wheel-drive variant steps up to an NMC battery rated at 39.63 kWh, promising up to 210 km on electricity and as much as 469 hp.

Blending a familiar design, a roomy body, and advanced hybrid tech could rekindle U.S. interest in wagons—an appealing alternative to oversized crossovers and electric cars that don’t always pencil out for every buyer. There’s clearly space for something efficient and capable without the overstatement.

If Volvo does choose to revive the V90 along these lines, it would be a confident play in the gap between premium SUVs and traditional wagons—especially as American buyers tire of lookalike crossovers. A well-aimed long-roof might be exactly the palate cleanser the market has been missing.