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2021 Volvo V60 gains DTC fleet approval ahead of official launch

Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises reached a major milestone last month with the certification of the 2021 Volvo V60 - the Swedish brand’s five-door, mid-size premium estate – by the Dubai Taxi Corporation.

Offering Volvo’s premium credentials of design, safety, innovation, and luxury, the 2021 V60 model sits at the heart of Volvo’s exclusive fleet line up that also includes the seven-seater SUV XC90 and the large premium sedan S90. The luxurious interior, increased levels of space, advanced connectivity, and premium safety technology of the Volvo fleet range ensures a superior driving and travel experience of ultimate comfort and luxury.

According to a study by limousine operator Tristar Worldwide, Volvo Cars Fleet recorded 28% reduction in crashes, cementing the brand’s vehicles to be on top of the safe car list. Volvo Cars Fleet are designed to support drivers with features like Pilot Assist and Cross Traffic Alert, prevent accidents with technologies such as City Safety with Full Auto Brake and Run-off Mitigation, and protect passengers from serious injuries – thanks to safety features including Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS), Seat Structure and Sophisticated Safety Cage.

In the UAE, Volvo’s premium fleet of V60, XC90 and S90 models have now been recognised for their performance, comfort, and safety by DTC following a six-month pilot. During the period, Volvo fleet have operated as part of DTC’s limo pick-up fleet, and Al-Futtaim claims the cars have “receiving high accolades”.

Oscar Rivoli, managing sirector of Trading Enterprises, said: “From cost-efficient cars with premium-quality equipment, to high-performance hybrids, and innovative, connected vehicles, Volvo’s premium range offers the comfort and luxury UAE executives would expect from a limo fleet. Our activation with DTC also gave commuters in Dubai the opportunity to taste the flavour of our premium Volvo range of XC90, S90 and V60 models. We take pride in the DTC certification that has helped substantiate our claims of ultimate safety, luxury and durability for our Volvo models. Our aim is to ensure a safe and luxurious travel experience to all Dubai passengers and broaden the use of Volvo’s luxury fleet among corporate and VIP customers in the UAE.”

The Volvo premium fleet of V60 estate, XC90 SUV and S90 luxury sedan include the iconic “Thor’s Hammer” LED headlight design, Volvo Iron Mark, and the Volvo word mark on the rear. Both XC90 and S90 models are powered by Volvo’s Drive-E powertrain - a T8 Twin Engine AWD petrol plug-in hybrid that delivers as much as 407hp. The V60 ensures excellent engine performance powered with a four-cylinder turbocharged engine with an output of 190hp and a torque of 300Nm. Mated to an 8-speed Geartronic™ automatic transmission, the V60 engine also offers competitive fuel consumption levels between 6.4 - 7.3 l/100km.

Certificated for DTC Limousine services, the Volvo V60 offers high standards in design, safety and technologies within a starting price of AED 135,000. All models of the Volvo fleet, including the V60, XC90 and the S90, are available across all Trading Enterprises Volvo showrooms in the UAE. AFTE also provides an optional exclusive offer of 300,000KM service and maintenance contract on the premium fleet, with service appointments scheduled every 20,000KM to ensure minimum downtime.

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