Volvo has formally revealed the brand new XC70which is now open for pre-orders in China (manufacturing has already began there) and can be launched in Europe at a later stage. Recycling a nameplate it has used up to now, Volvo’s newest mannequin is constructed on its new Scalable Modular Structure (SMA) platform and is designed to satisfy the demand for longer-range plug-in hybrids (additionally known as range-extended plug-in hybrids or RE-PHEVs), significantly in China.
Powertrain particulars are restricted if we consult with the corporate’s international launch, which merely mentions a CLTC-rated electrical driving vary of over 200 km, a hybrid vary of over 1,200 km with the range-extender engine in play, and the power to quick cost the battery from 0-80% in 23 minutes – the final bit is a primary for a Volvo plug-in hybrid (PHEV) mannequin.
Fortunately, Volvo’s China web site has extra details about the XC70’s powertrain, which options as much as three electrical motors and is available in two configurations. On the latter, the (presumably) base setup has two electrical motors on the entrance, with one being linked to the combustion engine to generate electrical energy for a 21.2-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery.
The battery powers a second electrical motor that truly drives the entrance wheels and is rated at 318 PS (314 hp or 234 kW), enabling a 0-100 km/h time of eight seconds. This variant, often called the ‘Two-wheel drive long-range’ when translated instantly, gives a CLTC-rated vary of 116 km and returns a WLTP-rated gasoline consumption of 1.27 litres per 100 km.
In the meantime, the second variant’s title instantly interprets to ‘4-wheel drive long-range’ and comes with a higher-capacity 39.6-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery for extra electric-only vary at 212 km (CLTC). The (presumably) top-spec possibility additionally will get a 3rd electrical motor within the rear for all-wheel drive, bringing its whole system output to 462 PS (456 hp or 340 kW).
With extra grunt, the 0-100 km/h time is lowered to five.3 seconds, and gasoline consumption is lowered to 0.98 litres per 100 km (WLTP). This variant additionally will get an extra Off-Street drive mode along with Hybrid, Sport and Electrical.
CarNewsChina reviews the XC70 contains a 1.5 litre turbocharged engine mated to a three-speed Devoted Hybrid Transmission (3DHT). The engine outputs 163 PS (161 hp or 120 kW) and 255 Nm of torque, whereas the electrical motors are rated at 82 PS (80 hp or 60 kW), 145 PS (143 hp or 107 kW) and 212 PS (209 hp or 156 kW).
As for charging, Volvo says that with a 7 kW AC charger, it’ll take 4 hours to completely cost (0-100%) the 2WD Lengthy Vary’s 21.2-kWh battery, with the 4WD Lengthy Vary’s 39.6-kWh battery requiring seven hours.
With DC quick charging at 87 kW, the 4WD Lengthy Vary’s battery can get from 0-80% in about 23 minutes. In the meantime, it’s 39 minutes for the 2WD Lengthy Vary to do the identical, though Volvo’s disclaimer didn’t point out the charger output – we assume it accepts a decrease charge. It’s additionally revealed that each powertrains are primarily based on a 400-volt electrical structure and features a 60-litre gasoline tank
On the matter of pricing, the pre-sale determine for the 2WD Lengthy Vary in China is 299,900 yuan (about RM177k), whereas the 4WD Lengthy Vary is 329,900 yuan (RM194k). Early birds may also get pleasure from 4 pre-sale advantages value over 20,000 yuan (RM12k), and there are seven exterior colors to select from.
Positioned between the XC60 and XC90, the XC70 measures 4,815 mm lengthy, 1,890 mm broad, 1,650 mm tall and has a wheelbase spanning 2,895 mm. The five-seat mannequin presents 408 litres of boot house, expandable to 1,456 litres with the rear seats down.
On the point out of the inside, the XC70 sports activities a easy dashboard design that has zero bodily controls. Accessing the local weather system and different car capabilities is completed by way of a big 15.4-inch central touchscreen, which is in a panorama orientation as an alternative of portrait as it’s in different Volvo fashions.
Becoming a member of the large infotainment show is a configurable 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a head-up show with augmented actuality. Different noteworthy options embody a dual-tier centre console that has tactile media controls, cupholders, a decrease coated storage space and wi-fi charging pad. Triple-zone local weather management with rear vents and management panel, a panoramic glass roof, temper lighting themes and a Harman Kardon sound system are additionally current.
As for the exteriorthe XC70 wears the Swedish model’s iconic Iron Mark and diagonal bar on the entrance, flanked the Thor’s Hammer daytime operating gentle signature that’s now separated from the principle headlamps that sit additional down – just like the EM90 electrical MPV.
Alongside the edges, the window line that tapers upwards in direction of the rear is a nod to the EX90, whereas the rear finish options one-piece vertically oriented back lights with accompanying gentle bars extending into the tailgate.
“The brand new XC70 is a really engaging alternative for patrons who need the advantages of electrical driving however should not but able to go totally electrical. It’s a cornerstone of our electrified product portfolio, a bridge to completely electrical vehicles for our prospects, and it’ll strengthen our presence on the earth’s largest automotive market,” stated Hakan Samuelsson, president and CEO of Volvo Automobiles.
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