Volvo S60L Twin Engine to Debut Next Week
Volvo will debut a new plug-in hybrid during the Shanghai Motor Show next week.
The S60L Twin Engine is a plug-in hybrid version of the company’s extended wheelbase S60. A 2.0-liter gasoline engine works with a 68-hp electric motor to create a total system output of 306 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque that the car distributes between all four wheels.
In “Pure” mode, the car uses both electric and internal combustion portions of the powertrain, but not to their maximum output. There is also a “Power” mode that offers access to the powertrain’s full potential. In that mode, the car can run from 0-60 MPH in 5.6 seconds.
If you prefer to reserve the electric motor’s capacity, there is also a “Save” mode that powers the car exclusively with gasoline to avoid wasting electricity on the highway where it is less efficient.
Volvo plans to manufacture the S60L in China before shipping it to North America, but not with the plug-in hybrid powertrain.
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Thirty-two miles of all-electric range isn't too shabby. Slowly but surely EVs will take over the world, it's just a matter of time.