The Volvo BE is a compact SUV built from 2009 to 2026. Engines offered: Electric. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the BE is
The Volvo BE is a compact SUV that Volvo built from 2009 to 2026 — 18 model years. It has been offered with Electric power. Its closest siblings in the Volvo range: XC60, XC40, EX30.
Volvo BE tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment BE owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Volvo BE have? Power & range
The Volvo BE is offered with 1 powertrain — Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Volvo BE, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | AWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Volvo BE tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Volvo BE is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your BE's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The BE by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Volvo BE. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | BE | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Volvo BE?
The BE is a compact SUV, built from 2009 to 2026. Engines offered: Electric.
What is the Volvo BE warranty?
New models carry 4 years / 50,000 miles basic cover and 4 years / 50,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the BE reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific BE?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
More in Volvo
| Model | Years | Recalls | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo XC90 | 2003–2026 | 92 | 27 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Volvo XC60 | 2010–2026 | 70 | 28 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Volvo S60 | 2001–2026 | 109 | 31 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Volvo XC40 | 2019–2026 | 26 | 106 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Volvo EX30 | 2025–2026 | 5 | 116 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Volvo V60 | 2015–2026 | 40 | 31 mpg | 4.5/5 |
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