Gas (mild hybrid) cars
Volvo mild hybrids reduce engine load for a smoother ride with reduced fuel consumption and lower tailpipe emissions.
How does a mild hybrid car work?
The mild hybrid powertrain (MHEV) utilizes both a gas engine and an electric motor. 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.
Explore the benefits
Smoother drive
The mild hybrid technology adds to a more refined driving experience. The engine restarts instantly and you can enjoy a smoother drive from standstill.
Lower fuel consumption
The integrated starter generator actively reduces engine load for lowered fuel consumption, especially in urban driving situations.
More power
Using recuperated electric energy, the integrated starter generator boosts the gas engine for more powerful acceleration.
Gas (mild hybrid) powertrains. Standard with 48V mild hybrid battery.
B5 FWD
•Front-wheel drive
•Turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
•247 horsepower
Available on S60.
B5 AWD
•All-wheel drive
•Turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
•247 horsepower
Available on S60 and XC90.
Standard on XC40, XC60, and V60 Cross Country.
B6 AWD
•All-wheel drive
•Turbocharged & Electric Supercharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
•295 horsepower
Available on XC90.
Standard on S90 and V90 Cross Country.
Advanced safety features
Drive with peace of mind knowing your mild hybrid car is equipped with advanced innovations designed to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
Part of our award-winning lineup
Many of our mild hybrid cars are award-winning. Explore Volvo's recent awards and accolades.
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Explore our electric cars
Our fully electric cars offer emissions-free driving without compromising range and power.
Explore our plug-in hybrids
Plug-in hybrids pair an electric motor and a gas engine for worry-free driving.
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