Volvo launches the V60 D6 plug-in diesel electric hybrid
15 Dec 2011|5,456 views
Termed as the world's first diesel-electric plug-inhybrid production model, V60 D6 features a 2.4-litre five-cylinder turbo-diesel delivering 215bhp and 440Nm of torque that drives the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission, and a 70bhp electric motor, which draws energy from a 11.2 kWh lithium-ion battery, driving the rear axle. The V60 D6 can operate three different modes. In hybrid mode, the diesel and the electric engine work in parallel, achieving a range of up to 999 km and emitting just 49g/km of CO2.In “pure” mode, the car is powered by the electric motor as much as possible offering a range of 52 km. For maximum performance the driver can select the “power” mode, in which both motors work together, producing 215bhp+70bhp and 440+200Nm of torque respectively. In this case, the V60 D6 accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.
"Our plug-in hybrid has received considerable attention since it was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011”, said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo. “Now we're taking the next step by presenting the production model, which is graced with a distinctive profile featuring a spectacular silver colour, an exclusive interior and generous standard equipment.”
Volvo’s plug-in hybrid will be available from November 2012 in a limited run of just 1,000 cars. This initial batch will be launched in just one colour (“Electric Silver”) with glossy black details in parts like the grille and the front spoiler. Its standard specification includes 17-inch alloy wheels, integrated exhaust pipes and a chromed “Plug-in Hybrid” logo on the front wings and the tailgate.
The interior features leather upholstery with contrasting stitching and inlays of blue-grey wood, a gear lever knob with integrated indicator, speed-dependent power steering, electrically adjustable driver's seat, parking sensors front and rear, Bluetooth phone link and Volvo on Call. Also standard are a High Performance Multimedia DVD audio system with a 4x40W amplifier, eight loudspeakers and seven-inch screen.
Volvo will produce an initial 1,000 units of V60 D6 plug-in diesel electric hybrid in 2013, before ramping up production to 4,000-6,000 cars from 2014, with Volvo expecting 80% of sales to go to company cars. About 30 per cent of the car’s production is allocated to Sweden and the other Nordic countries. Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and the UK will each receive a share of between 5 and 15 per cent.
"We expect the order books to fill very quickly”, commented Jacoby. “The most discerning customers have many exclusive cars to choose between. But for anyone who truly wants to be in a league of their own behind the wheel of the most ingenious car in the world, there's only our V60 Plug-in Hybrid.”
Termed as the world's first diesel-electric plug-inhybrid production model, V60 D6 features a 2.4-litre five-cylinder turbo-diesel delivering 215bhp and 440Nm of torque that drives the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission, and a 70bhp electric motor, which draws energy from a 11.2 kWh lithium-ion battery, driving the rear axle. The V60 D6 can operate three different modes. In hybrid mode, the diesel and the electric engine work in parallel, achieving a range of up to 999 km and emitting just 49g/km of CO2.
In “pure” mode, the car is powered by the electric motor as much as possible offering a range of 52 km. For maximum performance the driver can select the “power” mode, in which both motors work together, producing 215bhp+70bhp and 440+200Nm of torque respectively. In this case, the V60 D6 accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.
"Our plug-in hybrid has received considerable attention since it was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011”, said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo. “Now we're taking the next step by presenting the production model, which is graced with a distinctive profile featuring a spectacular silver colour, an exclusive interior and generous standard equipment.”
Volvo’s plug-in hybrid will be available from November 2012 in a limited run of just 1,000 cars. This initial batch will be launched in just one colour (“Electric Silver”) with glossy black details in parts like the grille and the front spoiler. Its standard specification includes 17-inch alloy wheels, integrated exhaust pipes and a chromed “Plug-in Hybrid” logo on the front wings and the tailgate.
The interior features leather upholstery with contrasting stitching and inlays of blue-grey wood, a gear lever knob with integrated indicator, speed-dependent power steering, electrically adjustable driver's seat, parking sensors front and rear, Bluetooth phone link and Volvo on Call. Also standard are a High Performance Multimedia DVD audio system with a 4x40W amplifier, eight loudspeakers and seven-inch screen.
Volvo will produce an initial 1,000 units of V60 D6 plug-in diesel electric hybrid in 2013, before ramping up production to 4,000-6,000 cars from 2014, with Volvo expecting 80% of sales to go to company cars. About 30 per cent of the car’s production is allocated to Sweden and the other Nordic countries. Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and the UK will each receive a share of between 5 and 15 per cent.
"We expect the order books to fill very quickly”, commented Jacoby. “The most discerning customers have many exclusive cars to choose between. But for anyone who truly wants to be in a league of their own behind the wheel of the most ingenious car in the world, there's only our V60 Plug-in Hybrid.”
In “pure” mode, the car is powered by the electric motor as much as possible offering a range of 52 km. For maximum performance the driver can select the “power” mode, in which both motors work together, producing 215bhp+70bhp and 440+200Nm of torque respectively. In this case, the V60 D6 accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.
"Our plug-in hybrid has received considerable attention since it was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011”, said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo. “Now we're taking the next step by presenting the production model, which is graced with a distinctive profile featuring a spectacular silver colour, an exclusive interior and generous standard equipment.”
Volvo’s plug-in hybrid will be available from November 2012 in a limited run of just 1,000 cars. This initial batch will be launched in just one colour (“Electric Silver”) with glossy black details in parts like the grille and the front spoiler. Its standard specification includes 17-inch alloy wheels, integrated exhaust pipes and a chromed “Plug-in Hybrid” logo on the front wings and the tailgate.
The interior features leather upholstery with contrasting stitching and inlays of blue-grey wood, a gear lever knob with integrated indicator, speed-dependent power steering, electrically adjustable driver's seat, parking sensors front and rear, Bluetooth phone link and Volvo on Call. Also standard are a High Performance Multimedia DVD audio system with a 4x40W amplifier, eight loudspeakers and seven-inch screen.
Volvo will produce an initial 1,000 units of V60 D6 plug-in diesel electric hybrid in 2013, before ramping up production to 4,000-6,000 cars from 2014, with Volvo expecting 80% of sales to go to company cars. About 30 per cent of the car’s production is allocated to Sweden and the other Nordic countries. Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and the UK will each receive a share of between 5 and 15 per cent.
"We expect the order books to fill very quickly”, commented Jacoby. “The most discerning customers have many exclusive cars to choose between. But for anyone who truly wants to be in a league of their own behind the wheel of the most ingenious car in the world, there's only our V60 Plug-in Hybrid.”
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