Volvo Fully Electric & Plug-in Hybrid Cars

As fuel costs rise, EV's can provide savings compared to gasoline powered Volvos. Charging rates are more predictable than fuel prices so it’s easier to create charging routines when rates are at their lowest. At home, most people plug their cars in overnight during off-peak hours to take advantage of lower electricity rates and wake up with a fully charged battery each morning. For those on-the-go moments, charge your vehicle up to 80% in as little as 40 minutes, ensuring you spend less time waiting and more time enjoying the journey. Click here to explore estimated fuel savings​.

All-electric motors have fewer moving parts than internal combustion engines, which results in reduced maintenance expenses. Since EV's don't require starters, fuel pumps, and exhaust systems, drivers don't have to worry about these components wearing out over time. Additionally, EV owners avoid the costs that come with oil changes and other regular combustion-engine related maintenance.
 
Still, EVs require regular maintenance. Your everyday habits help contribute to the longevity of your EV such as avoiding extended exposure to extreme temperatures, using slower 120- or 240-volt charging on a regular basis over fast chargers, not charging the battery to full-capacity and regularly checking your coolant system levels.

EVs have more responsive acceleration because they deliver full torque without needing to gear up and use regenerative braking when easing off the accelerator. Due to the placement of the battery typically being located on the bottom of the vehicle they have a low center of gravity. This gives a more stable base for improved handling and enhances safety by lowering the risk of rolling over.

Volvo's commitment to provide excellent performance extends to electric car batteries. That’s why Volvo develops and produces the battery packs and systems using Battery Management Systems that monitor and regulate how batteries function during normal operation. New Volvo electric cars have an extended battery warranty, during the warranty period Volvo can guarantee 70% state-of-health, an indicator of the battery’s energy storage capacity. That means a high level of performance, guaranteed.

Internal combustion engines can be loud, on the other hand all-electric motors produce very little sound while operating. The quiet ride allows for a more enjoyable driving experience for the vehicles occupants and reduces noise pollution in the surrounding area. Noise pollution impacts our environment which effects the health and behaviors of wildlife.

Volvo Electric Vehicles are designed with a commitment to sustainability. By driving an electric vehicle, you contribute to reducing carbon emissions, helping create a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations. The upholsteries and décor featured in our electric car interiors transform renewable and recycled materials into luxury cabins. Batteries are the most carbon-intensive component in our electric cars. By managing the entire production value chain and recycling, we help ensure battery production is as circular as possible and avoid batteries going to a landfill at the end of their lives.

In colder weather, your tire pressure can drop, leading to more resistance on road and higher energy consumption. So, make sure to keep an eye on tire pressure in winter to maximise your driving range. Click here to learn how to check tire pressure.

You don’t have to always heat up the entire cabin to ensure a cosy driving environment in cold weather. Seat and steering wheel heaters are energy efficient and can provide a comfortable climate without heating the entire cabin.

Always try to avoid unploughed and snowy roads for better energy efficiency. Use the Range Assistant feature in your electric Volvo cars to identify energy-draining driving conditions.

Keep a steady speed and opt for gentle braking instead of sudden and forceful stops. This not only helps extend your driving range but also enhances traffic safety in winter conditions.

The One Pedal Drive mode with its regenerative braking is a convenient and energy-efficient feature for city driving and at lower speeds. However, when driving at higher speeds like on the highway, it's more energy-efficient to coast and minimise unnecessary braking. Although regenerative braking can recover some energy, it always requires more energy to accelerate back to the previous speed.