Sunday, November 21, 2010

Volvo to launch XC60

Sharpening its product offering in India, Volvo Auto India is set to launch its much-awaited Volvo XC60. Packed with unique features including performance, advanced technologies, Scandinavian design and ownership experience will raise the bar in compact luxury SUV segment in India.

Mr. Paul de Voijs, Managing Director, Volvo Auto India said, “Volvo XC60 has received high appreciation across the world since its introduction because of its unparallel driving pleasure, contemporary styling, and advanced technological features. It has a sporty and dynamic exterior styling with soothing interior design.”

Standard Features

Laser and Camera assisted automatic braking- Unique in its segment
Applies brakes automatically to mitigate a collision if the driver does not respond in time

Hill Descent Control (HDC) for steep inclines - the only SUV in its segment to have this feature working on reverse gear as well
Hill Descent Control automatically controls the SUV’s speed when driving down steep slopes

Turn with Steering lights – Active Bending Lights - Unique in its segment
The Active Bending headlights with Dual Xenon technology expand the vision range by about 230 %

Power tailgate – Unique in its segment
One touch opening and closing of tailgate

Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept (FOUR-C) – Unique in its segment
Volvo's FOUR-C function monitors the chassis' movements and allows the driver to choose between three settings, Comfort, Sport and Advanced

Haldex AWD (All Wheel Drive) with Instant TractionTM
Equipped with one of the best AWD systems, the Volvo XC60 offers best possible grip in any situation – Off-road, slippery road, city roads or the highway.

Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC)
At the heart of Volvo's DSTC is a Gyroscope that detects the SUV’s roll rate and helps prevent fishtails, spin-outs and roll-overs.

D5 Diesel with 205 hp and 420 Nm
With the latest Twin Turbo and Peizo high-pressure technology, the inspiring five-cylinder state-of-art is high on performance and low on fuel consumption. A maintenance free diesel particulate filter effectively reduces soot particles in exhaust gases and advanced emission control contributes to low nitrogen oxide level.

Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Roll Stability Control is an active function that intervenes in situations when the SUV is exposed to forces that could cause it to roll over

Advanced braking technologies - Adaptive Brake lights; Ready Alert brakes; Hydraulic brake assist; ABS with Electronic brake force distribution

Advanced safety technologies – Side Impact Protection system (SIPS); Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS); Roll-over Protection System (ROPS); 2-stage airbags; Seatbelt pre-tentioners

Optional Features

Collision Warning with Auto Brake alerts the driver
Collision Warning with Auto Brake alerts the driver if the distance to a vehicle ahead suddenly decreases. This system gives the driver a fair chance to avoid a collision

Adaptive Cruise Control also in slow queues
In the field of driving comfort, there are features such as the optional Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), which automatically maintains a set gap to the vehicle in front

A range of other features
• Driver Alert Control is a unique technology to detect and alert tired and distracted drivers
• Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) helps detect vehicles in the offset rear blind spot on both sides of the SUV
• Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the SUV runs across the lane markers without the turn indicator being used

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