Author | Wang Yunpeng
In the south of China, autumn is more colorful than summer, and the temperature is just right, neither too cold nor too hot. The air is also neither too dry nor too humid, everything is just perfect.
At this time, it always makes people want to spread out the map and go on an unplanned journey. From the colorful Huizhou to the warm and soft Jiangnan; from the magnificent ancient Qianxinan to the beautiful and picturesque Guilin…
Travel is a sophisticated seasoning in life, which can calm down your originally anxious mood. Remember to “enjoy the journey, not just rush to the destination” during travel, and appreciate the more valuable people, scenery, and experiences along the way.
The powerful engine of XC60 makes poetry and distant places in reach
The road to poetry and distant places is often not smooth sailing. To drive to the beautiful scenery on the travel map, you need to conquer complex road conditions, including highways, winding mountain roads, slopes, unpaved roads, and muddy roads after rain.
Turning complex challenges into experiences rather than dangers, this is the strength of the new XC60 by Volvo. The new XC60 has upgraded its hybrid system, and the B4/B5 models are equipped with a light hybrid power system composed of a 2.0T+48V motor, with a maximum power of 197 horsepower and 250 horsepower, and a maximum torque of 300 Nm and 350 Nm respectively. They are matched with an Aisin 8AT gearbox.
The power system of this vehicle not only has the best power output in the same class but also delivers a top-notch smooth driving experience. Whether starting or overtaking, the vehicle maintains a very relaxed and elegant posture.
In order to have the capability to cross mountains and wade through mud to explore the autumn in the south, the off-road rescue ability of the vehicle is also essential. You do not need to worry about these issues when driving the new XC60 from Volvo.
Equipped with the 6th generation BorgWarner AWD system, the new XC60 from Volvo can automatically judge the road condition and transfer the most reasonable power to the rear wheels. Whether on wet, winding mountain roads or on bumpy, muddy unpaved roads, the electronic assistance system intervenes quickly to ensure perfect passability. Even on flat roads, the AWD system can improve driving safety and cornering stability.
In addition, the vehicle’s uniquely adopted aluminum double-wishbone independent front suspension and lightweight composite leaf spring integral multi-link rear suspension can provide better control of the wheel’s jumping trajectory, maximally ensuring the tire’s ground contact area, and allowing the vehicle to have high resistance to side tilting, high ride comfort, and stronger grip.
Moreover, the new XC60 from Volvo can also be equipped with the 4C Adaptive Chassis and the only same-class air suspension. This suspension system can adaptively adjust the vehicle’s height by scanning the road condition 500 times per second, ensuring both sports performance and comfortable riding.
No matter what kind of road I am on during the journey, I always feel very at ease in the XC60. In other words, poetry and the distant places have become within reach the moment I grip the steering wheel and step on the accelerator.
Enjoy the Journey to the Fullest with Smart Technology
“Take the time to enjoy the journey, don’t just rush through it.” In the past, I only saw this as a classic Volvo ad slogan.
But after having the opportunity to drive and explore the beautiful scenery, I realized that this phrase is more than just words. With thousands of miles to travel, from north to south, from south to north, it is not easy to slow down and enjoy the journey while trying to cover the distance. Not to mention the boredom on the road, the fatigue of driving can also distract from the beauty of the journey.
However, if you replace your ride with the new Volvo XC60, the situation is different. It features an intelligent car system built on the native Android operating system, with core apps like iFLYTEK intelligent voice recognition system, Gaode Maps, Tmall Genie, QQ Music, Tencent iQiyi as well as Huawei AppGallery.
Among them, the iFLYTEK intelligent voice recognition system can not only understand various “standard” Mandarin pronunciations, but also “out of context” meanings, and continuously learn from the interaction with the driver to become more understanding of the driver’s needs, such as real-time navigation destination changes or adjusting the air conditioning temperature…
It is intuitive that, on the way to the next destination, you can not only use voice to inquire about weather, food, and other information but also use it to tutor children in simple arithmetic.
In addition, the navigation software is another bright spot. The built-in Gaode map in the new XC60 from Volvo is the same as the mobile version, and the account can be interlinked with the mobile version. Just send the destination address to the car with one click, and you can “take control of the overall situation” through the car’s perspective, and no longer have to worry that incoming calls during the driving process will affect the navigation guidance.
It is worth mentioning that compared with intelligent voice and navigation, the second-generation Pilot Assist intelligent navigation system leads at the same level, making you feel the essence of “feeling the road” with the new XC60 from Volvo.
I think this is a very useful intelligent driving assistance system. The system has achieved full-speed coverage, with functions such as active forward movement, auxiliary steering, and curve cruising. It can be used with confidence at both low and high speeds.
During the journey, just press the button on the left side of the steering wheel to automatically follow the trajectory of the preceding vehicle. When there is no vehicle in front, it will drive in the center of the lane according to the set speed, which can minimize driving fatigue during the journey.Turn on the intelligent navigation system and play some favorite music through the B&W Bowers & Wilkins audio system. This is what the new Volvo XC60 conveys – the meaning of “letting people feel the road”.
XC60 Safety Ensures Your Peace of Mind
There are many things to pay attention to when traveling, among which safety is the most important. Especially on long-distance trips, there are changing weather conditions, road conditions, and traffic situations… all of which affect safety.
If safety is the shackle that keeps you from traveling far, then the new Volvo XC60 is the key to unlocking that shackle.
Safety has always been Volvo’s brand advantage. In terms of active safety, the new XC60 is equipped with the third-generation City Safety intelligent safety system as standard across the range. It has 20 highly sensitive sensors, which actively intervene to avoid danger at all times and fully meet the highest specifications in its class.
In addition, the vehicle is also equipped with functions such as lane departure warning, forward collision warning, active braking, rear auto-brake (RAB), and a reverse side warning system.
In actual use, these active safety configurations are very practical.When the preparation to leave notification system reminds the driver when the preceding vehicle is about to leave, which is a great feature for drivers who relax while waiting at a red light. The rear automatic braking and emergency parking assistance function can solve blind spot problems when reversing, and improve driving safety. In case of road rescue or accident handling, the Volvo on-call system can automatically send alerts, and passengers can also send instructions with one click through the SOS button.
In terms of passive safety, the new Volvo XC60 has a 29% ultra-high strength boron steel cage safety body, which can avoid maximum compression or bending of the A and B pillars in the event of a collision. In addition, it also has safety configurations such as the SIPS side collision protection system, WHIPS head and neck protection system, intelligent all-round airbag protection system, and laminated safety glass, which can build a “fortress”-like safety protection for passengers.
Whether on a journey or in daily life, safe driving and riding is a prerequisite for carefree travel. This is Volvo’s strong suit as a symbol of safety. Specifically, the new Volvo XC60 has corresponding safety protection interventions at each stage, from normal driving, risk intervention, collision avoidance, passenger protection, and even care after danger, accomplishing a truly all-time, all-around guardianship of drivers and passengers.
In conclusion:# Life is more than just the mundane,
There are poems and distant lands to gain.
A journey is a narrative poem,
When we feel the warmth of the sun and wind,
Explore the fields, mountains, lakes, and sea…
To find a clearer sense of self,
The Volvo XC60 is a great companion,
Because it gives me the confidence and broad-mindedness
To “take my time and enjoy the journey”.
This article is a translation by ChatGPT of a Chinese report from 42HOW. If you have any questions about it, please email bd@42how.com.