Gas vs. Electric Volvo Inventory

Comparing Volvo Gas v. Electric Powertrains near Smithtown, NY

Empire Volvo Cars Smithtown is steeped in transparency. And given this trait, we'd like to convey the differences between gas and electric powertrains in the Volvo models comprising our new inventory near Saint James, NY.

Divided between mild hybrid and electric, the Volvo marque has placed meaning to mission. That is an entire lineup with some form of sustainability onboard. Resultingly, this serves well our shared environment outside Oakdale, NY.

What to Expect

Assuredly, Volvo is keeping to a corporate goal of becoming carbon neutral by a coming date certain. Toward this, Volvo factories and assembly plants are powered via hydroelectricity. Certain new Volvo models harbor interior spaces free of leather. And significant percentages of recycled metal and plastics are used in fabricating exteriors and interiors alike.

As such, new Volvo mild-hybrid models are powered via technology that makes the most of driving quite literally - a plugged-in charge is never required. And complementing are select Volvo Recharge models that are either plug-in hybrid or fully electric. Hence, there's choice to exercise dependent upon comfort with, and purpose of sustainability for families in Kings Park, NY.

Volvo Mild-Hybrid Technology

Volvo mild-hybrid technology is a rather recent development for the marque. Effectively this segment of models has replaced those previous Volvo vehicles that operated on fuel alone. As such, all new Volvo models are by default powered via mild-hybrid technology. Mild-hybrid powertrains are divided between B5 for turbocharged affect or B6 toward supercharged performance.

This powering operation as a whole makes good use of spent energy from braking. It's then harnessed and stored within an onboard 48V battery. When it comes time to accelerate - once a fuel-guzzling moment - that stored energy is then converted into a power source. This works to save fuel and reduce emissions by virtue.

To this, found below are the new Volvo models sporting mild-hybrid powertrains:

  • Volvo XC90, Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC40 luxury SUVs.
  • Volvo S90 and Volvo S60 luxury sedans.
  • Volvo V90 Cross Country and Volvo V60 Cross Country luxury estate wagons.

Volvo Recharge Plug-in Hybrids

The Volvo Recharge plug-in hybrid segment is one of efficiency. Where Volvo mild-hybrid models don't require a plugged-in charge, Volvo Recharge SUVs, sedans and wagons rely upon an overnight charge facilitated at home from a simple household outlet. The very next morning are choices in powering to decide upon.

While Pure mode delivers fuel-free operation, the total range here is model dependent. But, there's upwards of 41 miles emissions-free to secure when traveling into Manhattan. When engaging Hybrid mode, the Smithtown driver may expect up to 73 mpge derived from combined fuel and electric powering. And there's always the option of operating from fuel reserves alone.

Summarized here are new Volvo Recharge plug-in hybrids that often experience special finance deals and lease offers near Saint James, NY:

  • Volvo XC90 Recharge seats seven passengers while Volvo XC60 Recharge welcomes five.
  • Volvo S90 Recharge and Volvo S60 Recharge sedans are good earners in fuel-free mileage.
  • Volvo V60 Recharge estate wagons deliver exceptional Hybrid mode ranging.

Volvo Recharge Fully Electric Models

The Volvo Recharge fully electric segment is powered via electricity alone. From an overnight charge, there's a fuel-free radius of up to an estimated 300 miles to savor - though as a caveat, this figure relies upon proper vehicle upkeep, experiencing little traffic and mild weather. And when on-the-go across the island, it only takes 28 minutes of DC fast charging for up to 80 percent battery capacity.

And in keeping with the spirit of sustainability, Volvo Recharge fully electric models lend interior spaces free of leather. Carpets and headliners are partially fabricated from reclaimed and recycled material, and upholstery is wool-blended:

  • Volvo XC40 Recharge is the compact luxury SUV in three trims.
  • Volvo C40 Recharge convenes crossover sportiness while seating five passengers.

Empire Volvo Cars Smithtown - Explore New Volvo Sustainable Models near Kings Park, NY

Visit our very accessible Volvo dealership campus for test drives of preferred Volvo models. And while here, our in-house finance might just be advertising specials on financing and leasing to whet your Volvo desire.

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