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Designed to catch the light brilliantly,
this car also reflects a promise.
Thankfully, the automotive industry is moving away from fantasyland to the real world.
Our journey towards a better environment started already in the early 70’s. Then
we were among the first carmakers to acknowledge the environmental downside
of cars and to do something about it. Since then we are constantly innovating to
reduce the environmental impact of the cars and how we make them.
Today’s biggest challenge is, of course, to reduce the carbon dioxide emissions that
cause climate change. Today we offer one of the premium segments strongest ranges
of low CO
2
alternatives: the Volvo DRIVe variants. Utilising innovative powertrain
technology together with advanced aerodynamics, low friction technology and
l ightweight materials, the DRIVe range is an important step towards zero emissions.
In near future we will introduce new technology such as plug-in hybrid vehicles that
will further reduce CO
2
emissions and can be charged from a standard wall socket.
And we’re heavily engaged in the development of electrical vehicles – a technology
that will dramatically reduce the environmental footprint of our cars and make them
even more fun to drive.
Good for you, and for the world we share.
FRESH cabin air.
Continuously monitoring incoming air and shutting out carbon
monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide, Volvo’s Interior
Air Quality System helps ensure that the air you breathe in the car is
cleaner than that outside when driving in heavy city traffic.
Flexifuel for lower fossil CO
2
emissions.
Running on E85 bioethanol in a Volvo Flexifuel (2.0F), you can
significantly cut your greenhouse gas emissions. Because bioethanol
is a renewable fuel, the carbon dioxide emissions from combustion
is already part of the ecosystem and won’t contribute to greenhouse
gas levels in the atmosphere.
Allergy-tested interior materials.
All our upholsteries and interior textiles are tested for certain allergy-
inducing or harmful substances and comply with Oeko-Tex Standard
100. And several interior metal details are tested with regard to
contact allergies. Good for you, and for anyone who shares your ride.
104 g CO
2
per km.
Our latest eco-progress, the Volvo S40 DRIVe
Start/Stop, satisfies itself with only 3.9 litres fuel per
100 km – for minimum emissions and maximum style.
Green at the red lights.
To further reduce fuel consumption and CO
2
emissions when driving
in the city, the DRIVe turbodiesel is available with Volvo’s new
Start/Stop technology.
Brake for energy.
Driving any of the turbodiesels, the battery is fed with extra power
everytime you brake. Smart and fuel-saving.
85% recyclable.
To help minimise its total environmental impact, every
Volvo is designed to facilitate recovery and recycling
at the end of its useful life.
Eco driving support.
Displaying when it’s optimum to shift gear, the gear
shift indicator in the DRIVe variants helps you save
fuel and reduce your CO
2
emissions.
Maximised fuel efficiency with diesel.
Volvo’s advanced common-rail turbodiesel technology
ensures superior fuel economy and low CO
2
emissions
– from the 109 hp DRIVe Start/Stop to the new 177 hp D4.
Cleaner exhaust.
Fast responding after a cold start, Volvo’s advanced emission control
eliminates between 95 and 99% of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons
and nitrogen oxides from petrol engine exhaust gases. The Volvo
turbodiesels feature a particulate filter that removes about 95% of
the particles from the diesel exhaust gases.
Fuel-saving design.
To reduce energy-loss from wind and roll resistance, we utilise
advanced aerodynamic design, light-weight materials and low-friction
technology. Together with state-of-the-art engine technology, this
lowers your CO
2
emissions and helps you travel further on less fuel.
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