Volvo B8R Low Entry. Made to just keep running.

The Volvo B8R Low Entry delivers the very essence of our offer to demanding customers: superior functionality and uptime, passenger comfort and lifecycle productivity. Reliable, fuel-efficient and Volvo’s renowned safety built in. Whether it’s a hard-working city-suburb commuter or an intercity shuttle it’s powered by the spirit and soul of Volvo.

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True versatility

The Volvo B8R Low Entry will meet any need in intercity and commuter operations. Two or three-axle versions and a selection of gearboxes, including the legendary Volvo I-Shift, an automated manual gearbox. Add to that, a framework designed for easily serviceable, efficient, high-quality bodywork. It’s easy to create your perfect Volvo Bus.

World-leading fuel efficiency

The powerful 8-litre engine retains Volvo’s world-class fuel-efficiency position. In addition, we offer a range of services that reduce fuel consumption even further. For example the connectivity-based fleet management services, giving you full control of every vehicle’s performance.

Driver station

The happy place for happy drivers

The driver’s environment is one of the best available, with world-class ergonomics. Not to mention the driveline’s elasticity and power resources. Just like all Volvo chassis, the B8R Low Entry is characterized by stability and predictable behaviour.

Bus driver plugging the charger into an electric Volvo coach

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Volvo Dynamic Steering is the biggest breakthrough in driving comfort since the power steering was invented. Perfect stability makes for an even smoother ride – and a lot less strain on your drivers’ neck and shoulders.

Stability and control

The Volvo B8R Low Entry chassis is a well-balanced mechanical system that puts the engine power firmly down on the tarmac. Still it provides excellent ride comfort and a predictive behaviour to support the driver in any road condition.

Performance

More power. Less fuel.

Regardless if you go with our Euro 3, Euro 5 or Euro 6 option, you will have one of the cleanest, most powerful and efficient engines in its class. And with our services offering you can save up to 10% of your fuel costs.

Volvo D8K

Euro 6

6 cylinder inline diesel engine with common rail injection

320 or 350 hp output

HVO and bio fuel compliant

All specifications

The Volvo EPT802, dual-motor electric powertrain

I-Shift

The Volvo B8R Low Entry comes with Volvo’s legendary I-Shift transmission providing seamless gear-shifting and excellent drivability. Lower internal friction and optimised software contribute to the fuel savings.

Extended service intervals

The rear axle of the Volvo B8R Low Entry is optimised for low fuel consumption. It is also extremely durable and offers service intervals of up to 400,000 km.

Safety features

Towards zero accidents

Active safety systems

Volvo offers an array of intelligent functions helping the driver to drive safely, avoid incidents and protecting from injuries and damage. Excellent visibility and ergonomics help the driver to stay focused and alert.

Collision Warning with City Brake

Forward Collision Warning

Cruise Control

lIntelligent Speed Assist

Side Collision Avoidance Support

Front Short Range Assist

Lane Change Support

Lane Keeping Support

Driver Alert Support

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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Safer driving

Safety is a cornerstone already in the initial phases of our product development. Drivability, road handling and a predictable behaviour are the foundation for Volvo’s holistic safety architecture, aiming at our vision of zero accidents.

I-Coaching

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Safety Zones

Electronic Stability Control

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Materials

Built with the planet in mind

Sustainable thinking pervades the entire life cycle of our vehicles. Our aim is to produce sustainable buses and coaches free from substances of concern, while respecting the environment and human rights. We apply a circular development process that improves our product’s sustainability profile. And we continuously reduce waste and emissions, optimize water use, and improve our handling of solvents, oils and chemicals.

Over

90%

of the bus materials can be recycled

Over

13%

reduced emissions since 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Depending on the market, the Volvo B8R Low Entry chassis comes in different configurations. The Euro 6 versions of the Volvo B8R Low Entry come with either two or three axles, while the Euro 5 and Euro 3 versions are available with two axles.

The Volvo B8R Low Entry is offered with Euro 6-certified Volvo D8K engines producing 280 hp, 320 hp or 350 hp, Euro 5-certified Volvo D8C engines producing 250 hp or 330 hp, or Euro 3-certified Volvo D8A engines producing 330 hp.

The Volvo B8R Low Entry is designed to be fuel-efficient without compromising on performance. Compared to previous comparable models with larger engines, the fuel savings are around 10%.

The Euro 6 versions of the Volvo B8R are compatible with both biodiesel (B100) and HVO. The Euro 5 and Euro 3 versions are compatible with HVO under certain conditions.

The Volvo B8R Low Entry utilises connectivity to optimise maintenance and improve uptime in multiple ways. Through Volvo Connect, the operator has access to services such as Vehicle Information, Vehicle Status, Position, Service Calendar and Workshop Services. The Monitoring function in all Volvo Service Contracts remotely keeps an eye on critical components and systems to help optimise maintenance.

There's a wide range of support and service options available for the Volvo B8R Low Entry – backed up by Volvo’s comprehensive service network with experts and parts for the coaches. With service contracts, operators get the best uptime insurance available at a predictable cost. Through Volvo Connect, there is an array of services available that let operators utilise operational data to plan and optimise the use of their coaches and fine-tune operations. There are driver support services that help drivers do their work more efficiently and safely. Volvo Buses also offers financing and insurance solutions that suit a wide variety of operations and needs.

Compared to other brands of similar size and capacity, the Volvo B8R Low Entry is the only one to offer high-end solutions such as Volvo Dynamic Steering, delivering the kind of driving comfort and stability that no other brand has been able to copy. On top of that, the broad range of active safety systems stands out and makes travel and commuting safer for everyone.