Lots of updates in the Volvo Malaysia line-up; new powertrain & price revision

Lots of updates in the Volvo Malaysia line-up; new powertrain & price revision

KUALA LUMPUR: Yes, Volvo Cars Malaysia is doing a bit of a revamp for its existing line-up. The activity majorly includes the introduction of the new and improved Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrains and price revision. While the former change is limited to all its Recharge T8 models, the latter would reflect on the brand's complete line-up.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Which Volvo models will receive new powertrains?

    The newly improved PHEV powertrain, as mentioned above, will feature in all the Recharge T8 models, including the Volvo XC90, S90, XC60, S60, and V60
  • Which VCM models will experiance a price revision?

    the new line-up of the 90 and 60 series will be sold at new price points upon rollout, the price adjustment will start with the XC40 T5, XC40 Recharge, XC90 B5, and XC60 B5.
  • Let us discuss Volvo Malaysia's latest revamps in detail, starting with introducing the new Recharge plug-in powertrains.

    • The newly improved PHEV powertrain, as mentioned above, will feature in all the Recharge T8 models, including the Volvo XC90, S90, XC60, S60, and V60
    • The new powertrain would offer a more extended electric range of between 70 to 90 km (previously it was 40 to 49 km)
    • The setup will feature a new long-range battery with a third layer built to enhance nominal energy to 18.8 kWh from 11.6 kWh
    • There is a new 145 hp rear electric motor (previously the motor made 88 hp)

    • CO2 performance is improved
    • Total power output has gone up from 407 hp to 462 hp
    • The XC60 and S90 PHEV will get One-Pedal Drive settings to let customers enjoy a seamless and intuitive drive experience in stop-and-go traffic. Thus offering more effective battery regeneration and higher regenerative power for improved fuel economy

    Charles Frump, Managing Director of Volvo Car Malaysia, said, "Our new line of PHEVs will transform the way our customers experience electric driving." He further added, "The improved powertrain lets our customers drive sustainably at a longer distance, at the same time providing them with range confidence that fits the needs of their everyday lives."

    After including a new, improved, and efficient powertrain in its range, Volvo Car Malaysia will soon revise its vehicle prices, effective from May 1st, 2022.

    While the new line-up of the 90 and 60 series will be sold at new price points upon rollout, the price adjustment will start with the XC40 T5, XC40 Recharge, XC90 B5, and XC60 B5. As for the ongoing Recharge T8 models, their prices would remain the same till stocks last.

    Also Read: 2022 Volvo XC40 Electric, Malaysia's first locally-assembled fully electric car

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