2022 Volvo Plug-In Hybrids to Gain Electric Range and Horsepower

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• Volvo is updating its plug-in-hybrid powertrain found in the 60- and 90-series models.

• A more powerful electric motor and larger battery pack provide more horsepower and a longer electric driving range.

• This applies to the S60, V60, S90, XC60, and XC90 Recharge models.

UPDATE 3/14/22: Volvo has released U.S. details for the upgraded plug-in-hybrid powertrain. We have updated the story with EPA range estimates and a few other specs.

Volvo released details about an updated version of its plug-in-hybrid powertrain a few months ago, and it appears that these upgrades will be reaching U.S.-market Volvo models in the near future. The S60, V60, S90, XC60, and XC90 PHEV models, which are called Recharge in Volvo-speak, will benefit from a more powerful electric motor and a larger battery pack. Total horsepower will increase to 455 hp and total torque will rise to 523 pound-feet. The hybrids' EPA-estimated electric driving range will also increase significantly, by between 16 and 19 miles depending on model.