- The new XC70 is slightly larger and more spacious compared to the XC60 model.
- Volvo claims the XC70 will travel up to 124 miles (200 km) on electric power alone.
- Familiar design elements from other Volvo models are present on the new SUV.
Volvo is reviving a familiar name, one that was discontinued back in 2016 when the off-road variant of the V70 wagon, the XC70, was retired. However, this time around, it’s not a chunky wagon but an SUV. Currently, it’s being developed with the Chinese market in mind, though Volvo has hinted it could make its way to other markets in the future.
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While Volvo calls the XC70 its first extended-range plug-in hybrid, that’s a bit of a technicality. It’s far from the first PHEV in their lineup. Details about the powertrain are still under wraps, but Volvo promises the new SUV will be able to drive up to 200 km (124 miles) on electric power alone, albeit under the lenient CLTC testing cycle, so expect real-world range to be less.
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The XC70 will be built on Volvo’s Scalable Modular Architecture (SMA), which supports “fast charging capabilities.” Not much more has been shared for now, but we’ll likely get additional details later.
Like the original XC70, Volvo says this new model continues the legacy of being a versatile family car that’s “ready for all kinds of adventures”, even if it’s trading its trading its wagon body for an SUV. It is slightly larger and more spacious than the XC60 and incorporates design elements from other Volvo models, including the all-electric EX90 and the more traditional combustion-powered XC90.
Dominating the front end are Volvo’s familiar Thor’s hammer LEDs and a large blacked-out grille with active shutters. It appears to have a slightly sleeker profile than the larger XC90, with a more steeply raked rear window, and includes C-shaped taillights integrated into the rear glass.
“The XC70 marks our strategic entry into the extended-range plug-in hybrid segment, a perfect bridge to full electrification,” Volvo president and chief executive Håkan Samuelsson said. “It enables us to maintain and develop a balanced product portfolio, while offering a highly attractive alternative to customers who are not yet ready for fully electric cars. This is also an example of regionalisation, where we adapt to the local market needs.”
Volvo plans to reveal more about the XC70 in the coming months, so stay tuned for further updates.
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