Upto 700 KM Range: New Volvo BZR Electric Coach Chassis Launched with 720 kWh Battery

Volvo Buses has launched the Volvo BZR Electric coach chassis with up to 720 kWh battery capacity and 700 km range, setting a new benchmark for sustainable long-distance travel.

Volvo Buses has unveiled the all-new Volvo BZR electric coach chassis, a game-changing platform designed for sustainable long-distance mobility.

With an industry-leading battery capacity of up to 720 kWh and a range of up to 700 km (SORT 3 test cycle), the new chassis makes interregional and tour routes viable for electric coaches – routes previously out of reach.

The new chassis is an upgraded iteration of Volvo’s global BZR Electric platform, which debuted in March 2024 with the launch of the Volvo 8900 electric intercity bus with 540 kW battery capacity.

The new chassis is available in two or three-axle configurations, offering four to eight modular energy storage units. Operators can tailor the setup to maximize range or efficiency, ensuring flexibility across urban, intercity, and charter operations.

JBM Enters UAE: Partners with Al Habtoor Motors to Launch Electric Buses

Comfort, Safety, and Sustainability

Volvo emphasizes that the BZR Electric coach chassis delivers more than extended range. It enables operators to enter environmental zones while offering passengers premium comfort and safety.

Equipped with CCS (250 kW) and OppCharge (450 kW) fast-charging, it ensures reduced downtime and operational efficiency. Active safety systems, including the latest pedestrian and passenger protection features, come as standard.

Can the BYD C11 Electric Bus Really Go 730 km on a Single Charge?

Volvo’s Vision for Sustainable Travel

Anna Westerberg, President of Volvo Buses, stated:

“Our new electric chassis enables new routes and greater versatility. It minimizes the life-cycle footprint while delivering comfort, efficiency, and safety for long-distance journeys.”

Dan Pettersson, Senior Vice President at Volvo Buses, added:

“Together with operators, we are making travel safer, more comfortable, and sustainable than ever before.”

MCV Production Facility for Volvo Electric Buses Inaugurated in Cairo

Key Specifications: Volvo BZR Electric Coach Chassis

• Length: 9.5–14.9 m (depending on body)
• Axle Configurations: 4×2 or 6×2
• GVW: up to 27,200 kg
• Power Output: 200 kW or 400 kW
• Battery Capacity: 360–720 kWh
• Range: up to 700 km (SORT 3)

The first Volvo BZR electric coach chassis, bodied by Carrus Delta, will be delivered to operators in the Nordic and Benelux markets.

With this launch, Volvo now offers electromobility solutions across city, intercity, long-distance, and charter bus segments.