Volvo BZL
| Volvo BZL | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Buses |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Assembly | Borås, Sweden |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Electric bus |
| Doors | 1, 2 or 3 |
| Floor type | Low floor |
| Related | Volvo BZR |
| Powertrain | |
| Power output | 400 kW, 31 kNm |
| Transmission | Volvo I-Shift 2-speed AMT |
| Battery | 282/376/470 kWh 600 V lithium iron phosphate (NCA in Australia) |
| Plug-in charging | 300 kW (OppCharge roof charging) 150 kW CCS |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,700 millimetres (150 in) |
| Length |
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| Width | 2,500 millimetres (8.2 ft) |
| Curb weight | 19,500 kilograms (43,000 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Volvo B5LH Volvo B8RLE |
The Volvo BZL is a full-size zero tailpipe emissions battery electric bus chassis for both single-deck buses and double-deck buses, manufactured by Volvo AB since 2021.
First launched in 2021 for the United Kingdom and Ireland markets, featuring both double-decker and single-decker bodies built by MCV Bus & Coach, the BZL chassis range features CO2 heat pump-powered heating and ventilation, and is claimed to be 90% recyclable. It is also built to a high safety standard with multiple new safety innovations such as sealed battery compartments and a strengthened front frame.