Volvo BZL

The Volvo BZL is a full-size zero-emission battery electric bus chassis for both single-decker buses and double-decker buses, manufactured by Volvo since 2021.

Volvo BZL
MCV single-decker bodied Volvo BZL demonstrator in Kingston upon Hull, July 2023
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo Buses
Production2021–
AssemblyBorås, Sweden
Body and chassis
ClassElectric bus
Doors1, 2 or 3
Floor typeLow floor
Powertrain
Power output400 kW, 31 kNm
Transmission2-speed AMT
Battery282/376/470 kWh 600 V lithium iron phosphate (NCA in Australia)
Plug-in charging300 kW (OppCharge roof charging)
150 kW CCS
Dimensions
Wheelbase3700 mm
Length
  • Single-decker bus
  • 9–13 metres (30–43 ft)
  • Double-decker bus
  • 10.3–10.9 metres (34–36 ft)
Width2,500 millimetres (8.2 ft)
Chronology
PredecessorVolvo B5LH
Volvo B8RLE

The BZL Electric range was launched in September 2021, with the first right-hand drive examples being built as demonstrators for the UK and Ireland market, using double-decker and single-decker bodies by MCV Bus & Coach. The 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.

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