Plug-in hybrid cars
Our no-compromise combination of plug-in battery electric power and an efficient petrol engine provides low to zero tailpipe emissions, excellent flexibility and a powerful driving experience.
Low to zero CO2
emissions
The additional electric motor supports the combustion engine for low CO2 emissions. And in Pure electric mode, you can commute with zero tailpipe emissions.
Excellent
flexibility
With three drive modes to choose from you can glide through your day with zero tailpipe emissions in Pure electric mode, zoom through it in Power mode, or maximise efficiency and range with Hybrid mode.
Powerful driving experience
Combined electric and petrol power gives effortless performance and a smooth, refined drive in all conditions.
XC90 Twin Engine
Up to 5-7 occupants
XC60 Twin Engine
Up to 5 occupants
S90 Twin Engine
Up to 5 occupants
S60 Twin Engine
(Coming soon)
Up to 5 occupants
V60 Twin Engine
(Coming soon)
Up to 5 occupants
A plug-in hybrid car – how does it work?
A Volvo plug-in hybrid car has both an electric motor and a petrol engine – Twin Engine. For electric power, there’s a battery that can easily be charged at home or at a charging station.
Twin engines
The car combines both electric and petrol power. Seamlessly together, or separately to give you the most efficient driving experience.
Three drive modes
Our plug-in hybrid models offer a range of drive modes to suit every occasion – choose between full Power mode, Pure electric mode and the balanced Hybrid mode.
Battery charging
The large battery gives an electric-only range of around 40–50 km and can easily be charged at home or at a charging station. It’s also charged during driving every time you brake or slow down.
Pure electric
(Coming soon)
The full electric powertrain – for a silent, powerful and refined zero tailpipe emission driving experience.
Mild hybrid
(Not available in our market)
An effective powertrain technology where electricity supports the combustion engine for a smoother and more fuel-efficient drive.
Volvo Recharge Plug-in hybrid technology
Introducing our Volvo Twin Engines
Otherwise known as plug-in hybrids or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
What is a plug-in hybrid?
A traditional combustion engine combined with a battery-powered electric motor.
How are they charged?
By being plugged in, or through regenerative braking whilst on the move.
Can they run solely on electric power?
Yes. For short journeys of up to 30 miles, dependent on the model.
A plug-in hybrid for every model
Choose hybrid efficiency, zero emissions or up to 390hp. Our most versatile powertrain lets you drive your way.
Same car, smaller footprint
With CO2 emissions of 55g/km or less, our plug-in hybrids are a more conscientious choice. Over a 10 mile commute to work and back, you could save up to 46 bathtubs of CO2 every week compared to competitor petrol or diesel models.
Freely go wherever life leads
Charge up fully in as little as three hours for a combined electric and fuel range of over 700 miles. So there’s no need to worry how far your battery will take you.
Volvo On Call: a touch easier
Our smartphone app offers all kinds of functionality. But it’s a particularly useful tool for Volvo plug-in hybrid owners: 1. Check the status and available range of your battery. 2. Plan and schedule charging times
Drive however you choose
Pure mode
Travel short journeys solely on electric power. For many people, a fully charged battery will get them to work fuel free and exhaust emissions free.
Hybrid mode
Lets the Twin Engine optimise itself, balancing petrol and electric input for maximum efficiency and minimum emissions.
Power mode
For high performance driving on command. Experience the full 390hp of both engines working in harmony.
Recharge Plug-in hybrids made for people
The human race inspires us. We hope our cars can pass that inspiration on to you.
What the industry thinks
"As well as delivering low running costs, this plug-in hybrid version of the XC90 is the quickest model in the line-up, showing what a brilliant all-rounder, it is.”
Steve Huntingford, What Car? Editor
What our customers think
“The hybrid engine means we can drive economically with very low emissions…the build quality, ride quality and technical features are all fantastic – feels more like an aircraft than a car.”
Mark, Grantham
