Spatial Audio in CarPlay Now Rolling Out in Volvo Vehicles

Friday August 28, 2026 5:35 am PDT by Hartley Charlton

volvo interior Volvo this week confirmed that Spatial Audio support in CarPlay, powered by Dolby Atmos, is now rolling out to EX90 models via a software update.

Volvo first detailed Spatial Audio for the EX60, EX90, and ES90 in July. It requires the optional Bowers & Wilkins sound system.

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rgwebb

4 hours ago at 05:58 am

Surprised I test drive a few in 2024 they all were severely lacking in modern technology,,,,,, salesman kept says that’s because the focus was on safety…..I bought a different brand.

I live in a college town and I've joked with my wife that the sorority girls with Volvos have parents who love them because they are exceptionally well built from a safety perspective. I think the XC60 has zero reported fatalities in the entire history of the vehicle across multiple generations.

Volvo does do a few things well besides safety: their seating is very comfortable and their premium sound systems are usually among the best performing in the their segment.

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