XC60 Hybrid

Spb17363 · May 27th, 2014, 15:07

I drive a Volvo V60 Diesel Hybrid, why will Volvo not release an XC60 version of the same car?

andymcp · May 27th, 2014, 17:45

Only my opinion, but I thought the plan was to test the concept with the V60 hybrid, then wait for the new platform for the V60/XC60 to arrive, which will allow both AWD and Hybrid versions of the new VEA engines?

I can't for the life of me remember where I got that impression, but given their stated aim of building around the new VEA engines (and the limitations of the current platforms for even adding AWD to the new engines) I must have heard/read it somewhere....probably.

Crockers · May 27th, 2014, 18:09

That makes great sense to me. Why plow resources into a short lived project

Considered1 · May 27th, 2014, 19:11

Think one of the drive-e or VEA engine videos explains the new engines have been designed with the future in mind by being able to add hybrid electric motor.. for new models coming out but think we are a way off yet.

That new Mitsubishi looks good for the price if you need 4wd and not wanting to get to 60 in less than half a day..

Harvey1512 · May 28th, 2014, 09:10

I had a lift in a Lexus GS hybrid at the weekend. Really lovely car and the trip computer stayed around the 47-48mpg mark, they are petrol hybrids. No slouch off the mark, quiet, smooth. I'd have one.

Crockers · May 28th, 2014, 09:40

New NX looks nice. Its a XC60 competitor.

Harvey1512 · May 28th, 2014, 09:47

I hadn't seen that. You are right, very much competition for the XC60.

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andymcp Premier Member Last Online: Feb 20th, 2019 20:27 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Glasgow	Only my opinion, but I thought the plan was to test the concept with the V60 hybrid, then wait for the new platform for the V60/XC60 to arrive, which will allow both AWD and Hybrid versions of the new VEA engines? I can't for the life of me remember where I got that impression, but given their stated aim of building around the new VEA engines (and the limitations of the current platforms for even adding AWD to the new engines) I must have heard/read it somewhere....probably. __________________ Mine: 2014 V60 D4 SE Lux Nav Geartronic Mrs McP: 2013 V40 D2 R-Design Lux Nav

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Crockers Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 06:49 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Wilts	That makes great sense to me. Why plow resources into a short lived project __________________ XC60 Inscription Pro T5. Mussel Blue with blonde. Xenium, intellisafe pro, towbar, 4 zone , polestar, body styling pack. Apple car play.Tinted windows NOW SOLD

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Considered1 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2021 21:30 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: North Yorkshire	Think one of the drive-e or VEA engine videos explains the new engines have been designed with the future in mind by being able to add hybrid electric motor.. for new models coming out but think we are a way off yet. That new Mitsubishi looks good for the price if you need 4wd and not wanting to get to 60 in less than half a day.. __________________ Audi RS6 5.0 v10 Quattro, Sepang Blue, Dynamic Ride Control BOSE TV 572hp 20" wheels Fuel Card! MY15 Volvo XC60 D4R-Design LuxNav FWD Auto Polestar 200HP, Saville Grey,Privacy,DSP,Winter illumination,On Call,Gear Shift,F&R Park Assist & Camera

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Harvey1512 Premier Member Last Online: Jan 30th, 2021 12:00 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Northumberland	I had a lift in a Lexus GS hybrid at the weekend. Really lovely car and the trip computer stayed around the 47-48mpg mark, they are petrol hybrids. No slouch off the mark, quiet, smooth. I'd have one. __________________ I used to have an S40, V60 and XC60 so I am allowed here, honest.

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Crockers Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 06:49 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Wilts	New NX looks nice. Its a XC60 competitor. __________________ XC60 Inscription Pro T5. Mussel Blue with blonde. Xenium, intellisafe pro, towbar, 4 zone , polestar, body styling pack. Apple car play.Tinted windows NOW SOLD

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Harvey1512 Premier Member Last Online: Jan 30th, 2021 12:00 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Northumberland	I hadn't seen that. You are right, very much competition for the XC60. __________________ I used to have an S40, V60 and XC60 so I am allowed here, honest.

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