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Volvo BZR Electric Range
Volvo BZR Electric is a highly versatile EV bus chassis for safe, sustainable and reliable public transport. Available in multiple configurations, it is a perfect choice for operation in city and intercity applications or as an electric transit bus. Uptime, durability and low operational cost are ensured by the Volvo Group common architecture for traction, energy storage and advanced driver assistance systems.
Volvo BZR Electric at a glance
Volvo BZR Electric is a productivity platform for city, intercity and commuter operations. Low-entry or medium floor, single or dual motors, modular energy storage, and two- or three-axle versions make for outstanding versatility.
| Length | 9.5–14.9 m, depending on body |
| Permitted GVW | up to 27,200 kg |
| Power output | 200 or 400 kW |
| Battery capacity | up to 540 kWh nominal |
Versatility
Two- or three-axle versions, single or dual motors and modular energy storage. The chassis is designed for efficient high-quality bodybuilding and swift maintenance. The Volvo BZR Electric will be just the bus you need.
Uptime and reliability
Volvo Buses has been at the forefront of e-mobility for more than a decade. Genuine understanding of people transportation combined with a solid technology platform result in unparalleled uptime and outstanding efficiency.
An electric bus platform for the future
Volvo BZR Electric is an EV bus chassis wide range of applications in electric public transport, such as intercity or electric transit buses. It features several components and subsystems, common to the entire Volvo Group, which means increased cost-efficiency for parts, logistics and service programs.
Sustainability beyond emissions
At Volvo Buses, sustainability is more than zero tail-pipe emissions. We focus on the details that help you reach your climate targets. In development, when sourcing, at our factories and when handed over to our customers. This is how we deliver complete sustainable public transport solutions.
Safety beyond the bus
Every day, millions of people around the world rely on our buses to safely take them to their destination. By providing transportation for people, we are accepting on a huge responsibility in society, and our vision is clear: Zero Accidents with Volvo products.
Electric bus driving re-defined
Volvo BZR Electric offers the driver the best possible working conditions. World-class ergonomics and Volvo Dynamic Steering make driving impressively easy, quiet and comfortable. It’s a workplace that is designed in every way to attract and retain skilled drivers and reduce driver turnover to zero.
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