加码混动车市场！沃尔沃发布SMA超级混动架构，该架构首车XC70将于9月上市

Core Insights - Volvo Cars has launched the new SMA super hybrid architecture and its first model, the XC70, which will be central to its electrification strategy in China alongside the previously released SPA2 pure electric architecture [1][8] - The introduction of the SMA architecture allows Volvo to cover three powertrain types: pure electric, hybrid, and fuel [1][2] - The hybrid and extended-range vehicle market in China is growing rapidly, with sales expected to reach 7.252 million units in 2024, accounting for 40% of the new energy vehicle market [2] Group 1 - The SMA super hybrid architecture is expected to fill the gap in the luxury super hybrid market, helping Volvo expand its presence in the luxury new energy vehicle sector [7] - The XC70 is positioned between the XC60 and XC90, with a price range of 400,000 to 500,000 yuan, and is set to launch in September [7] - The XC70 is Volvo's first long-range super hybrid SUV, with an electric range exceeding 200 km under CLTC conditions, and it can accommodate both two-wheel and four-wheel drive [7] Group 2 - In 2025, the luxury D-segment SUV market is projected to exceed 1.2 million units, while the overall luxury hybrid vehicle market in 2024 is expected to be around 40,000 units [7] - Volvo plans to launch seven new models in 2023, including three updated fuel models and four new electric or hybrid models, to maintain competitiveness in the Chinese luxury car market [8] - The penetration rate of new energy vehicles for domestic brands is 72%, compared to 35% for luxury brands, indicating a slower transition for traditional luxury brands [2][3]