New Volvo XC70 Reveal: Electric and Hybrid Options for Chinese Market

The latest issue of the Chinese government's catalogue has revealed images of the new Volvo XC70, a mid-size SUV set to debut in China as early as September this year. The car is positioning itself firmly in the market segment that competes with large Chinese luxury cars.

In terms of design, the newcomer conforms to Volvo's electric vehicle concept, embracing an aerodynamic profile, sealed front grille and modern slit-style high beam headlights, while maintaining the traditional LED daytime driving light style.

Furthermore, new features available on the new car’s exterior will include remote-powered roof rack as well as adaptive matrix-type anti-glare headlamps which have a specific design effect to brighten up nighttime lighting.

Car details: Length 4815mm, Wide 1890mm, High 1650mm (Wheelbase: 2895mm), Available Rims: 19 & 20-inch

In terms of the end of the car tail section, LED tail lights conform to Volvo’s classic design tradition; meanwhile, new logos in this shape were created based on this layout. Brand and logo is also positioned to match Chinese law regulations.

The performance system of this newest car, consisting of a 1.5-liter petrol engine combined with an electric motor will power the whole vehicle. New information confirms that its power comes from lithium-ion batteries, combined with the prior announcements made by the manufacturer about the pure electric travel range is over 200 kilometers.

Note: More information on the new Volvo XC70, including updates and further details, shall be continued to be monitored in this news section.