How Volvo’s PHEV Hybrid System Works
July 21 2021,
Often portrayed as the ‘best of both worlds’ in terms of powertrain, the plug-in hybrid car is a truly versatile option in the industry today, pairing the efficiency of a full-electric vehicle with the capability, range and availability of an efficient gasoline engine to provide maximum power and possibilities in an efficient package.
Here’s what you should know about Volvo’s PHEV system.
It is a perfect compromise
By definition, a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), is a vehicle that uses both a conventional gasoline engine and a battery-powered electric motor to provide power to the wheels.
At Volvo, we assemble some of the best, most technologically advanced PHEV vehicles on the market today. One of the best features of a Volvo PHEV is that it enables the driver to use electric power for tens of kilometres before it even considers switching to gasoline. Thus, depending on your daily routine, you can run exclusively on clean electricity most of the time and only use gasoline when going on longer trips.
Once you get home, you can plug in your vehicle in your garage out outside in the driveway and come back to it fully recharged the next morning, ready to go and take you to your next adventure.
Volvo has the right PHEV for you
Volvo has a variety of PHEV models. Like the passionate V60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid, a carefully crafted wagon that deploys maximum versatility without the looks of an SUV. Or choose the XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid, with three rows of seats to accommodate 6-7 passengers in full Scandinavian style, and 400 horsepower under the hood to get you where you want to go efficiently.
Fully electric range will, of course, vary depending on the model, driving style, topography and road conditions. But most Volvo plug-in hybrids offer more than 30 kilometres of distance so you can accomplish most of your tasks without using a single drop of gas. When your Volvo is in Hybrid mode, the car uses both the electric motor and internal combustion engine. Moreover, the energy created by braking an acceleration is harvested and stored in the battery for future use.
Volvo plug-in hybrid models electric motors and a combustion engines work together seamlessly to deliver a luxury and dynamic drive that no other vehicle can. Come and see our full line of efficient plug-in hybrid models today. You can also shop online with us, our representatives are waiting for your call and can answer all your questions.
