Volvo has unveiled low-CO2, low-tax versions of three of its models.
The Volvo C30 coupe, Volvo S40 saloon and Volvo V50 estate.
They are badged DRIVe models, Volvo’s new eco-brand.
Due to arrive in January, all three diesel Volvos have sub-120g/km emissions, and a company car tax rating of 13%.
The Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe emits 115g/km and averages 64.2mpg; the S40 and V50 1.6D DRIVe models emit 118g/km and average 62.8mpg.
All three Volvo DRIVe models have lower emissions thanks to:
- Lower ride height
- Aerodynamic body revisions
- Special aerodynamic wheels
- Tyres with a lower rolling resistance
- Higher ratios for third, fourth and fifth gears
- Revised engine management
The C30, S40 and V50 DRIVe models feature a shift-up light in the instrument display to indicate the most efficient time to change gear.
As with all new diesel Volvos, the DRIVe models are fitted with a maintenance-free particle filter to cut sooty emissions by about 95%.
UK prices have yet to be announced. But Volvo says the premium across Europe for a DRIVe model will be “150 euro to 450 euro, depending on model and market”. That’s £120-£360 at current exchange rates.
Low-tax versions of C30, S40 and V50 arrive January
