Discover the Volvo petrol (mild hybrid) range
Volvo's petrol (mild hybrid) cars enhance efficiency and performance, pairing a gas engine with electric support for a smoother, more economical drive.
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What do you want to know about Volvo mild hybrid cars?
What are the benefits of a mild hybrid car? 
Volvo mild hybrid cars deliver improved fuel efficiency and reduced tailpipe emissions by seamlessly combining a combustion engine with electric support. Regenerative braking recovers energy during deceleration, storing it in a 48-volt battery to enhance efficiency and performance. This results in smoother, more linear acceleration and instant, refined take-offs for a comfortable drive.
Volvo's mild hybrids offer a balanced blend of efficiency and power, for drivers seeking a smarter, more dynamic driving experience without compromising on comfort or practicality.
Do mild hybrid cars require charging?
No, mild hybrid cars do not require charging. Volvo mild hybrid cars use self-charging technology, recovering energy during braking and deceleration. This energy is stored in a 48-volt battery and used to support the combustion engine, ensuring efficient performance without the need for plug-in charging. Volvo's mild hybrids offer a balanced blend of efficiency and power, for drivers seeking a smarter, more dynamic driving experience without compromising on comfort or practicality.
How does a mild hybrid car work?
The mild hybrid powertrain (MHEV) utilises both a combustion engine and an electric motor to minimise CO2 emissions, improve the fuel economy and provide performance benefits. The MHEV is used to start the engine and brake or slow the car, thereby recovering brake energy that is stored in the 48V battery. This energy is then used to help boost the gas engine when accelerating.
Can a mild hybrid car run on electric power alone?
The mild hybrid powertrain (MHEV) utilises both a combustion engine and an electric motor to minimise CO2 emissions, improve the fuel economy and provide performance benefits. The MHEV is used to start the engine and brake or slow the car, thereby recovering brake energy that is stored in the 48V battery. This energy is then used to help boost the gas engine when accelerating.
What is the difference between mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrid cars?
Mild hybrid cars use a combined starter motor and electric generator to support the combustion engine, improving fuel efficiency. While they can’t run on electricity alone, they ensure smooth take-offs and braking by recovering energy through regenerative braking, stored in a small 48-volt battery. Mild hybrid cars are ideal for efficient, everyday driving and are available across Volvo’s luxury mild hybrid range, including compact and large mild hybrid cars.
Full hybrid cars, like mild hybrids, recover brake energy through regenerative braking but feature a larger battery. This allows them to drive short distances on pure electric power or in tandem with a petrol engine, offering more flexibility for mixed driving conditions.
Volvo plug-in hybrid cars take it a step further with a significantly larger 400-volt battery, enabling extended fully electric driving. These cars offer multiple driving modes and can be operated entirely on the electric motor for many journeys. Plug-in hybrid batteries are primarily charged via a home wallbox or public charging point but can also recover energy through regenerative braking while driving. Volvo plug-in hybrids are a top choice for drivers seeking maximum electric range and performance.
What is regenerative braking in a mild hybrid car?
Regenerative braking in a mild hybrid car captures energy that would otherwise be lost during braking or deceleration. Volvo mild hybrid cars use this energy to recharge a 48-volt battery, which supports the combustion engine and improves overall efficiency.
This technology not only reduces fuel consumption but also provides smoother, more refined acceleration and take-offs.
Full hybrid cars, like mild hybrids, recover brake energy through regenerative braking but feature a larger battery. This allows them to drive short distances on pure electric power or in tandem with a petrol engine, offering more flexibility for mixed driving conditions.
Volvo plug-in hybrid cars take it a step further with a significantly larger 400-volt battery, enabling extended fully electric driving. These cars offer multiple driving modes and can be operated entirely on the electric motor for many journeys. Plug-in hybrid batteries are primarily charged via a home wallbox or public charging point but can also recover energy through regenerative braking while driving. Volvo plug-in hybrids are a top choice for drivers seeking maximum electric range and performance.
Are all mild hybrid cars automatic?
Our entire range of mild hybrid cars feature automatic transmission.
Do mild hybrid cars have a high towing capacity?
Volvo mild hybrids offer great towing capacity, especially thanks to efficient AWD. Maximum towing capacity depends on the model of your Volvo car.