Volvo XC90·XC60 'T8 R-Design' Edition Pre-Order... Price Reduced by 10 Million KRW

Application of Differentiated R Design Package
Equipped with a 405-hp PHEV Engine
Priced 10 Million KRW Lower than Existing T8 Model
Full-Scale Sales Begin Next Month

Volvo XC60 T8 R-Design (Photo by Volvo Cars Korea)

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Ji-hee] Volvo Cars Korea will begin pre-orders on the 22nd ahead of the sale of the XC90·XC60 T8 R-Design Edition next month.

The newly introduced XC90·XC60 T8 R-Design Edition applies a differentiated R-Design package while lowering the price compared to the existing T8 models. It features the signature design look and interior package that complete the sporty exterior image unique to R-Design, along with advanced safety technologies and convenience features. Additionally, following the eco-friendly powertrain strategy, it is equipped with a plug-in hybrid engine (Recharge T8) combining gasoline and electric motors with a total output of 405 horsepower, enabling efficient yet dynamic driving.

The exterior completes a sleek and strong image with a front R-Design exclusive horizontal grille, side mirror caps, greenhouse, and roof rails finished in high-gloss black. The R-Design exclusive sports chassis provides firm and stable driving performance.

Inside the vehicle, an R-Design exclusive sports leather steering wheel, sports pedals, and black sports seats suitable for agile driving are applied. The interior inlay crossing the driver and passenger seats is made of metal mesh material, creating a simple yet sophisticated image. The XC60 T8 R-Design also offers the ‘Bursting Blue Metallic’ color as an additional option.

Volvo XC90 T8 R-Design (Photo by Volvo Cars Korea)

The plug-in hybrid (T8) powertrain delivers powerful driving performance. It combines a gasoline engine with a supercharger and turbocharger and an electric motor, providing a maximum output of 405 horsepower (318 horsepower from the gasoline engine + 87 horsepower from the electric motor). The gasoline engine produces a maximum torque of 40.8 kg·m in the 2200-5400 rpm range, while the electric motor delivers a maximum torque of 24.5 kg·m at low engine speeds.

The price of the XC90 T8 R-Design, offered as a limited edition this year, is 92.9 million KRW, and the XC60 T8 R-Design is priced at 71 million KRW. This is set at about 10 million KRW lower than the basic T8 Inscription model of the same model.

Yoon Imo, CEO of Volvo Cars Korea, stated, “The XC90·XC60 T8 R-Design Edition offers an opportunity to experience Volvo Cars’ uniquely dynamic SUV based on excellent product quality,” adding, “We will continue to provide various options to lead the premium SUV market.”

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