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What is a mild hybrid? Mild hybrids are internal combustion engine-powered vehicles that use an electric motor/generator in a parallel hybrid arrangement. A configuration that enables the engine to restart when power is needed again. Power can be necessary after coasting, braking, or stopping the vehicle.
What Is The Difference Between A Mild Hybrid And A Hybrid?
Like full hybrid vehicles, mild hybrid cars combine a combustion engine with an electric motor. Unlike true hybrids, they cannot run solely on electric power. Instead, a tiny electric motor is directly affixed to an engine or gearbox, giving the vehicle an acceleration boost.
What is the 2023 Volvo Mild Hybrid Lineup?
At Ramsey Volvo, we offer Hillburn drivers an array of mild hybrids. The newest is eight 2023 mild hybrids, which include:
- XC90
- XC60
- XC40
- S90
- S60
- V90 Cross Country
- V60
- V60 Cross Country
2023 Volvo Mild Hybrids
The mild hybrid technology improves the driving experience. The engine restarts instantly after coming to a complete stop, giving for a smoother ride. The integrated starter generator lowers engine load while driving in cities to save fuel consumption. The integrated starter generator accelerates the combustion engine with recovered electric energy to provide a more impactful acceleration.
New B4, B5, and B6 mild-hybrid variations of the same basic powertrains replace every Volvo model’s T4, T5, and T6 gasoline engines. An electric motor helps the gasoline engine by sharing some load when accelerating or climbing steep inclines.
Your mild hybrid Volvo is powered by a compact battery that charges using energy lost during braking. Mild Hybrids are a more convenient alternative to conventional gasoline-powered vehicles since it eliminates the need to find a public charging station or nightly plug-ins.
Benefits of Mild Hybrids
The mild hybrid, called MHEV or the integrated starting generator (ISG), is a powertrain that combines an electric motor and a combustion engine to reduce CO2 emissions, increase fuel efficiency, and enhance performance. Due to its robust acceleration, you can go from a standstill to a smooth ride.
A more fluid and immediate takeoff is one of the benefits of the mild hybrid, in addition to reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.
Every Volvo car has some form of electric propulsion. A Volvo S60 mild hybrid is a good option for anyone seeking a sedan. The EPA estimates are 25/33/28 MPG (City/Highway/Combined). It can pull 2,000 pounds at its maximum capacity when fully outfitted and has 11.6 cubic feet of cargo space.
Additionally, you can select an AWD model with either the B5 or the B6 powertrain. It has a maximum cargo capacity of 63.3 cubic feet and a towing capability of 3,500 pounds. The Volvo B5 engine and standard AWD achieve up to 22/28/25 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).
Further offered is the Volvo B6 engine. You receive 85.7 cubic feet of storage space and a 5,000-pound towing capability in return for a little lower fuel efficiency.
Quick Comparison Between Mild Hybrids And Recharge Plug-In Hybrids
Here is a glance at a comparison between mild hybrids and recharge plug-in hybrids:
Although they have a much smaller battery, mild hybrid vehicles are similar to self-charging hybrids. So, the car cannot operate only on battery power, and the battery makes the gasoline or diesel engine run more efficiently.
See The Mild Hybrid Lineup At Ramsey Volvo