Whether you're interested in Volvo EVs and hybrids for their smaller carbon footprint, great luxury and amenities, or elevated performance, you've come to the right place. All Volvo vehicles are currently electrified to some degree, meaning that whichever luxury sedan, SUV, or wagon you pick has impressive fuel efficiency and greater range than most contemporary vehicles.
But which is best for you – mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric? Our team at O'Steen Volvo Cars of Jacksonville will help you shop new Volvo car options and see which combination of a spacious cabin, long-range powertrain, and sleek look works for you.
Differences Between EVs and Hybrids
Volvo models categorize themselves between three types of powertrains: mild hybrids, plug-in hybrids, or electric vehicles ("EVs").
- Mild hybrids, also called MHEVs, primarily utilize a gas engine and a small battery-and-motor system. The battery charges via regenerative braking, taking advantage of spent energy whenever your car slows down. A Volvo V90 Cross Country exemplifies how a luxury mild hybrid can achieve excellent mileage in a comfortable, elegant body.
- Plug-in hybrids, also called PHEVs, have a larger battery-and-motor system that requires external charging but still utilizes a high-performance gas engine. The Volvo XC60 Recharge, for example, uses a twin motor setup for its T8 powertrain. These cars have all the benefits of an electric car while using a gas engine as a backup plan when you need to kick it up a notch.
- Electric vehicles, also called EVs, are future-focused options powered entirely by potent motors and batteries. Our options, from the forthcoming Volvo EX30 to the rugged C40 Recharge, use innovative, long-lasting batteries to travel hundreds of miles on a single charge.
What's the Best Option?
Choosing the level of electrification right for you can be a difficult balance game. If you're most comfortable with gas vehicles, mild-hybrid vehicles like the Volvo V90 Cross Country add extra range to your commute while keeping an elevated driving experience. If you're ready to say goodbye to the gas pump entirely, you can charge up with models like the upcoming three-row Volvo EX90 SUV and maximize your savings and environmental friendliness.
If you want something that finds a happy medium, models with a T8 powertrain, such as the Volvo XC90 Recharge plug-in hybrid, add efficiency and extravagance to every drive. It's the perfect middle ground between the reliability of yesterday and the fuel of tomorrow.
Tour Our Volvo EVs and Hybrids
Our New Volvo deals in Jacksonville, FL, are here to help you join the eco-conscious future today. You can see for yourself the difference between the all-electric Volvo C40 Recharge and the strength of the T8 powertrain in our Volvo XC60 Recharge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Volvo Cars do a self-charging hybrid?
If you're looking for a self-charging hybrid from Volvo Cars, you'll find our mild-hybrid lineup perfect for your needs. These cars utilize regenerative braking to recharge their 48-volt batteries whenever they slow down. There are currently seven Volvo models that utilize this feature:
- Volvo XC90
- Volvo XC60
- Volvo XC40
- Volvo S90
- Volvo S60
- Volvo V90 Cross Country
- Volvo V60 Cross Country
Which Volvo car is fully electric?
There are two fully electric SUVs and two upcoming models in the Volvo lineup. These vehicles utilize one or two powerful motors with batteries requiring a plug-in charge to achieve hundreds of miles of all-electric range. They include the compact Volvo XC40 Recharge and Volvo C40 Recharge SUVs, with the subcompact Volvo EX30 SUV and three-row Volvo EX90 coming soon.
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