Plug-in hybrid cars
Exhilaration electrified.
Plug in to premium power.
Volvo plug-in hybrids offer best-in-class horsepower coupled with pure electric driving.
Some fast facts about our T8 models:
32 Miles
ⓘ Electric range
In the XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid (up to); even more in others.
455 hp
Horsepower
In all Volvo T8 models (combined total output)
4.3 s
Acceleration (0-60 MPH)
In the S60 T8 plug-in hybrid
63 MPGe
ⓘ Fuel economy
In the XC60 T8 plug-in hybrid (combined)
Volvo safety, luxury and design in a powerful package.
You don’t have to sacrifice what you love about Volvo for more power. Our T8 AWD powertrain pairs an efficient turbocharged 4-cylinder gas engine with a rear electric motor to deliver an exhilarating PHEV drive every day.
Electric cars with a backup plan
We want to create a confident and seamless transition to the fully electric future of driving. So, we designed our plug-in hybrids to offer enough electric range to power your daily commute and city driving
Power on command
Our next-generation powertrains deliver powerful, responsive handling with smooth, quiet acceleration. The added capacity of a high performance gas engine gives you rapid, strong accelertion when you need it.
One Pedal Drive
Smoothly navigate stop-and-go traffic with One Pedal Drive. This lets you accelerate and brake just by applying and releasing pressure on the accelerator pedal. Your car will then convert the kinetic energy generated from braking into batter power.
Five exciting driving modes for every journey.
HYBRID
Hybrid mode is your everyday driving mode. Your Volvo Plug-in hybrid will utilize both the engine and battery/electric motor as needed in normal driving.
POWER
Power mode uses the full might of total system power and constant all-wheel-drive. You’ll also experience quicker shifts and steering.
CONSTANT AWD
Constant AWD mode pairs the mannerisms of Hybrid mode and drive to all four wheels. This is perfect for everyday driving in inclement weather.
PURE
Pure mode leverages your Volvo Plug-in hybrid’s battery and rear electric motor to offer fully electric driving, with up to 41 miles of range in certain models.
OFF ROAD
Off Road mode is available on XC60 and XC90 Plug-in hybrids and orients powertrain systems for efficient off-road driving.
Smarter charging.
Powering the everyday.
We want your hybrid car to fit in seamlessly with your daily routine, so we’ve evolved our range of battery features to make charging simpler, faster, and easier.
VOLVO CHARGING ›Read when you are
Schedule your plug-in hybrid to charge overnight so it’s ready, for you in the morning. Our next-generation batteries can replenish their energy to 100% in as little as five hours with our 3.7kW 1-phase onboard charger*
Fits into your everyday life
Charge at home, at work or on a road trip. With over 160,000 charging stations across the United States, ** it’s easier than ever to own a plug-in hybrid. Simply use the Volvo Cars app or Google Assistant to find a charging point location near you.
Charge on the go
Boost your batter range and fuel economy as you drive with regenerative braking. We’ve engineered our electric motors and energy-dense batteries so you can get an extra charge from the energy created and stored when you brake.
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