Who Makes Volvo Vehicles? Where Are Volvo Cars From?

If you are considering a new Volvo SUV, you might be wondering: "Who makes Volvo vehicles?" The short answer is that Volvo Cars makes Volvo vehicles, with production taking place in official factories worldwide. However, the brand's history and current multinational structure are quite interesting. As the Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek team discusses this, we will answer your questions about the automaker, including the all-important question: "Who owns Volvo Cars?"

Are Volvo Vehicles Swedish? Yes!

The headquarters and design offices of the brand are in Gothenburg, the second-largest Swedish city. The Volvo Cars origin story centers on Sweden, and to this day, the brand remains a Swedish company at its core.

However, ownership of the brand has evolved over the decades. For several years, the Ford Motor Company held ownership of Volvo Cars. If you asked, "Does Ford own Volvo Cars?" today, however, the answer would be "no." That honor is now held by Zhejiang Geely Holding, a leading global automaker in China.

Although a Chinese company owns Volvo Cars, it's more of a partnership. The luxury and safety expertise of Volvo Cars combines with Geely's ability to rapidly innovate and drive technological progress so that both brands can improve each other's products. The result is a uniquely luxurious and advanced vehicle with a persistent focus on safety.

There are numerous Volvo Cars plants worldwide. While facilities in Daqing and Chengdu, China, as well as Shah Alam, Malaysia, focus largely on the Asian automotive market, the longest-operating factories are in Europe. The most historic is in Torslanda, Sweden (Torslandaverken), followed by Ghent, Belgium. A significant portion of Volvo vehicles sold outside of Asia are made in these two facilities.

Closer to home, a key Volvo Cars factory is fully American, located in Berkeley County, South Carolina. This plant currently produces the Volvo EX90, making it an American-made SUV. Additionally, the Volvo S60 was made in South Carolina up to the 2024 model year.

We must also mention that the recent changes to the American electric and hybrid car tax credit system will likely result in Volvo Cars opening a new plant or two stateside (or expanding its current operations in South Carolina). The first evidence of this has arrived: Volvo Cars recently announced that the Volvo XC60 will be made in America starting in late 2026.

Where Are Volvo Vehicles Made? See for Yourself With a Trip to Sweden!

If you place a factory order for a new Volvo XC90 PHEV, Volvo XC60, or other Swedish-made Volvo vehicle and sign up for the Overseas Delivery Program, you'll be flown to Gothenburg, Sweden, to tour the factory where your car was made.

This journey includes special events organized by Volvo Cars, such as a tour of the World of Volvo factory and a high-end dining experience. The highlight is a personal, in-depth tour and VIP delivery of your new car as it leaves the production line. After that, you'll get to drive it around Sweden and, if you prefer, even into continental Europe.

Think of it as a European vacation where, instead of a generic rental, you get to drive a new Volvo car built specifically for you. Once your trip is complete, simply drop off the vehicle at a designated point. It will then be shipped to our Volvo Cars dealership, ready for you to take home once your flight lands.

If you're especially curious about all we've mentioned, then this trip is the ultimate way to answer the question, "Who makes Volvo vehicles?" Except, instead of just hearing about their Swedish factory, you'll get to step into it and learn about the real people who build vehicles there.

The new vehicles currently eligible for this program are as follows:

• Volvo XC40
• Volvo XC60 (and Volvo XC60 PHEV)
• Volvo XC90 (and Volvo XC90 PHEV)
• Volvo V60 Cross Country

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Volvo vehicles made?

Volvo vehicles are manufactured in various locations; if purchased in America, the Volvo vehicle may have been made in America, Sweden, or Belgium. For example, the Volvo EX90 is made in America, while the Volvo XC60 is typically a Swedish-made model. No matter which factory a Volvo vehicle is made in, it will be backed by an iconic commitment to safety and quality.

Who owns Volvo Cars, and where is the Volvo Cars headquarters currently?

The Ford Motor Company purchased Volvo Cars in 1999, then sold them to Geely Automobile in 2010. Geely Automobile's headquarters is in Hangzhou, China, but the answer to "Where is the Volvo Cars headquarters?" is that the Volvo Cars brand still maintains a significant degree of autonomy from its headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden. Contact us today for more information about the history of this luxury auto brand.

What does the future look like for Volvo Cars?

Volvo Cars currently competes with top luxury brands, such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW. Competition against them is made possible by a distinct dedication to safety, sustainability, and more thoughtful and quiet luxury. The future of the Volvo brand looks both comfortable and eco-conscious, with sustainable luxury as its focus. Every Volvo Cars model is now electrified, either as a mild hybrid, PHEV, or full EV.

Is Volvo Cars a luxury brand?

Yes, Volvo Cars is recognized as a producer of luxury vehicles. In the past, German car manufacturers dominated the list of top luxury automobiles. Now, however, the Swedish automaker has joined those lists and competes with the likes of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. If you are shopping for a new luxury sedan or SUV, tour our dealership's current lineup, which we regularly stock with the most popular models.

Shop Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek Today

With powerful and popular hybrid models like the Volvo XC60 Plug-In Hybrid and the Volvo XC90 PHEV, the Volvo Cars electrification strategy can be fully felt. The Volvo EX90 shows how the future of Volvo Cars will bring previously unseen levels of electric innovation to America.

When you're ready to upgrade to a Volvo V60 Cross Country (we suggest doing so through the Overseas Delivery Program) or take advantage of a Volvo XC90 lease special, we make it easy to trade in your current used car for sale and apply the value to your new vehicle purchase. If you're curious about the origins of a specific car in our showroom, we can show you the manufacturing label detailing exactly where it was assembled.

We're excited to share more about the automaker's future technology and changes to this brand's collection. The best way to understand the exquisite design and engineering behind Volvo Cars is to get behind the wheel of a model and take a test drive. To get your hands on the American-made 2026 Volvo EX90 or any of the other great vehicles from the Scandinavian company's stable, visit our dealership today.