Volvo V50 Brochure page 16

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 alternatives: the Volvo DRIVe variants. Utilising innovative powertrain
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technology together with advanced aerodynamics, low friction technology and
lightweight 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 emissions and can be charged from a standard wall socket.
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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.
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104 g CO per km.
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Our latest eco-progress, the Volvo V50 DRIVe Start/Stop,
satisfies itself with only 3.9 litres fuel per 100 km – for minimum
emissions and maximum style.
Maximised fuel efficiency with diesel.
Volvo's advanced common-rail turbodiesel technology ensures
superior fuel economy and low CO emissions – from the
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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.
Allergy-tested interior materials. fresh cabin air.
All our upholsteries and interior textiles are tested for Continuously monitoring incoming air and shutting out
certain allergy-inducing or harmful substances and carbon monoxide, ground-level ozone and nitrogen dioxide,
comply with Oeko-Tex Standard 100. And several interior Volvo's Interior Air Quality System helps ensure that the
metal details are tested with regard to contact allergies. air you breathe in the car is cleaner than that outside
Good for you, and for anyone who shares your ride. when driving in heavy city traffic.
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
Flexifuel for lower fossil CO emissions.
is designed to facilitate recovery and recycling at the end of
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its useful life.
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.
Green at the red lights.
To further reduce fuel consumption and CO emissions
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when driving in the city, the DRIVe turbodiesel is available
with Volvo's new Start/Stop technology.
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 emissions and helps
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you travel further on less fuel.
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 emissions.
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