2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid introduced in the UK
By Andrew, 14 Dec, 2011. 0 Comments
2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid
The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has just become available in the United Kingdom. The world’s first production plug-in diesel hybrid is priced between GBP45,000 and 50,000, excluding what the government pays for the purchase of this clean car. The car is offered in just one color -- Electric Silver – and just with 17-inch aero wheels. It is powered by a 2.4-litre turbo diesel, which has an output of 215 HP and 440 Nm of torque.
In addition, it is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Its electric motor gives a 70hp power boost to the rear axle. It is propelled forward by a 11.2 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Three different modes (Pure, Hybrid and Power) are offered in the V60 Plug-In Hybrid. It has CO2 emissions of as low as 49 g/Km of CO2, comparable to that of a Prius PHEV.
"The driver selects the required driving mode via three buttons that give the car three entirely different temperaments: Pure, Hybrid or Power. In Pure mode the car is powered solely by its electric motor as much as possible. If the battery pack has been recharged with electricity from renewable sources, its range is up to 50 kilometres and its carbon dioxide emissions are zero. The electric range varies with terrain, climate and driving style. Hybrid is the standard setting whenever the car is started. The diesel engine and electric motor cooperate to ensure optimal balance between driving pleasure and environmental footprint. CO2 emission (NEDC, mixed driving cycle for certification) is 49g/km, corresponding to diesel consumption of 1.9l/100km. The car has a total range of up to 1,000km. In Power mode the technology is optimised to give the car the maximum possible power. The diesel engine and electric motor have a total power output of 215+70 horsepower and maximum torque of 440+200Nm. The electric motor's lightning-quick torque delivery contributes to the car's acceleration from 0 to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds." said the press release.
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