At Volvo Cars St. Louis, there's an inherent difference in the mild-hybrid powertrains offered St. Louis families shopping Volvo. While newly implemented, every new Volvo model not distinguished by the Recharge segment is mild-hybrid powered by default with options included.
While never requiring a plugged-in charge, this passive form of sustainability remains popular with O'Fallon shoppers.
Volvo Mild-Hybrid Powertrains – B5 v. B6
Given the efficiency in design accustomed to the Volvo brand, the mild-hybrid powertrain allows for less use of fuel. This is accomplished with spent braking energy harnessed, then converted into a viable source of power. There's no requirement of a cable or plug.
So convenient is this configuration, most new Volvo mild-hybrid models offer a choice in powertrain designation. The most popular being Volvo XC90 and the more mid-sized Volvo XC60 luxury SUV.
B5 Mild Hybrid
To B5 are two available drivetrains – all- or front-wheel drive (FWD). In this, both variations will emit values of 247 hp and acceleration from zero to 60 mph timed in 6.6-seconds. Generated torque reaches 258 lb.-ft.
B6 Mild Hybrid
As for B6 is a supercharged effort mated to all-wheel drive (AWD). Delivered are variables of 295 hp and stemming stillness to 60 mph in just 5.9-seconds. Torque experienced measures to 310 lb.-ft. for opportune handling outside Clayton.
Already mentioned, the full menu of new Volvo mild-hybrid luxury models benefit from either B5 or B6 variations paired with FWD or AWD. And therein, fuel is rather sipped than consumed at a rapid pace – especially during acceleration past Kirkwood.
Volvo Cars St. Louis – New Volvo Mild-Hybrid Models Affordably Priced near Webster Groves
Visit our local St. Louis-area Volvo dealership for test drives taken of the various mild-hybrid layouts.