The New Volvo XC70 Betrays Its Wagon Roots

When Volvo teased the brand new XC70 in the beginning of the month, we had a sense it wouldn’t be a wagon. Certain sufficient, absolutely revealing photos of the resurrected nameplate verify its transition to an SUV. We aren’t even stunned. Forward of its official debut, the automobile has appeared early on China’s Ministry of Business and Info Know-how web site. Technical specs are additionally out there, so let’s dive into what we all know.

At 189.5 inches (4815 millimeters) lengthy, it predictably slots between the XC60 and XC90. When geared up with the bigger 39.63-kWh lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery, the XC70 weighs a hefty 5,015 kilos (2,275 kilograms). Go for the entry-level model with its 21.22-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery from CATL, and the automobile weighs a extra cheap 4,652 kilos (2,110 kilograms).

Photograph by: MIIT

Volvo claims the XC70 is its first long-range plug-in hybrid. The upgraded battery delivers an electrical vary of 112 miles (180 kilometers), whereas the bottom mannequin provides 62 miles (100 kilometers) on a single cost. Whereas these are respectable figures, it’s value noting that they’re based mostly on the CLTC process. If the Geely-owned marque decides to promote the mannequin exterior of China, the WLTP and EPA figures can be considerably decrease.

Powered by a small turbocharged 1.5-liter gasoline engine producing a modest 161 horsepower, the XC70 received’t precisely set your pulse racing. Like all Volvos, it options an digital prime pace limiter set to activate at 112 mph (180 km/h). The MIIT doc doesn’t embrace efficiency information, however expectations needs to be modest given the four-cylinder engine and excessive curb weight.

That stated, we don’t but know something in regards to the electrical motor(s), so it’s greatest to attend for the total debut. An AWD badge is seen on the tailgate, suggesting it might not be as sluggish off the road because the specs indicate. The possibly mechanically associated Lynk & Co 08, which pairs a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with two electrical motors, does 0–62 mph (100 km/h) in simply 4.6 seconds.

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Volvo has engineered the reborn XC70 with a beneficiant wheelbase measuring 114 inches (2895 mm). It stands 65 inches (1,650 mm) tall and spans 74.4 inches (1,890 mm) extensive. The physique design leans extra generic than we’d like, although acquainted Volvo styling cues are nonetheless obvious. The absence of a rear wiper irks us, except it is tucked away beneath the roof spoiler. Break up headlights are a recurring theme we’re not significantly keen on. The MIIT web site lists wheel sizes various from 19 to 21 inches.

Though primarily aimed on the Chinese language market, the XC70 could possibly be provided in different nations. Volvo is contemplating broader availability following its launch later this 12 months.