Market Introduction from 2012

This new plug-in hybrid vehicle is powered by electricity and diesel, utilizing lithium-ion batteries. For short-distance travel, such as in urban areas, it runs on a powerful electric motor, while for longer journeys, a fuel-efficient diesel engine manufactured by Volvo serves as its power source.

Charging the battery is estimated to take approximately 5 hours using a standard household power outlet, and it can also be charged through regenerative energy during braking.

Furthermore, this summer, Volvo will begin operating three demo cars of the Volvo V70 plug-in hybrid. Through this initiative, they will gather driver feedback on new technologies, evaluate usage patterns, and determine optimal charging methods. Various concepts for high-speed home charging and public charging stations will also be tested.

The results will be reflected in the production-ready plug-in hybrid car, which is scheduled to debut in 2012 as a new model precisely tailored to specific market needs.

This new model, which considers environmental and social needs without compromising the appealing factors Volvo has cultivated, such as safety and design, is anticipated worldwide.