Volvo is keen to show off its “green” credentials at the 2011 Geneva International Motor Show by unveiling the V60 Hybrid. The car runs a 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine making 158kW and 440Nm of torque, as well as a 12 kWh lithium-ion battery with a 51kW and 200Nm electric motor.
The combination, according to Volvo figures, end up with a miraculous average fuel consumption of 1.9 litres per 100km. That basically means the V60 Hybrid could travel for about 1200km without having to refuel. When using only electricity (no diesel) it can go for about 50km. Power can be sent to all four wheels since the diesel engine powers the front wheels while the electric motor drives the rear. Hence a 0 – 100km/h time of 6.9 seconds. Recharging the batteries from empty to full takes about 7.5 hours with a standard charger, and 3 hours with a rapid charger.
While it’s still a prototype, should Volvo build it, it would set the benchmark for hybrids which seem to only work in city traffic situations.
2 comments:
Here's one hybrid I wouldn't mind buying. Hybrids are notorious for their atrocious long distance range. They are only good if you live and work at Melrose Arch!
Volvo's making very nice wheels lately. One of them is this
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