2004 Volvo YCC Concept

As you may have guessed, much of the design group's creative talents were focused on the car's interior. At first it seems like an average show car inside, but attention to the details brings out the YCC's uniqueness. Light tones and hues help to create a calming ambience, with dark shades and black having been kept to a minimum. With the gearshift moved to the steering column and the use of an electronic parking brake, sufficient space has been freed up for Volvo to install a full-length console that

At first glance the inside of the YCC seems like an average concept car interior, but closer inspection reveals a whole host of unique details. (Photo: Volvo Cars of Canada)

divides the car in two. In production vehicles where most storage spaces are haphazardly scattered throughout the vehicle, Volvo has used the lengthy console to create an organized system with bins for trash, cell phones, a massive bay for a small backpack or laptop bag, and a chilled spot for drinks. It's covered in the same oak wood and light-colored eggshell effect trim as seen on additional accents throughout the cabin. The rest of the interior is rather minimalist, with simple controls for heating and stereo and a multi-function steering wheel.

Like the new S40, the YCC allows a decent level of personalization depending on the prospective owner's personality. (Photo: Volvo Cars of Canada)

As if the design group couldn't make up their minds regarding interior details, the YCC allows a decent level of personalization depending on the prospective owner's personality. Volvo is dabbling in customizing with its new interchangeable S40/V50 floating console panel, but not to the level of the YCC. While the show car was fitted with yellow flower pattern seats, they can be ousted in favor of leather, microfibers or linen pads instead. The rear seats revolve around a unique idea too. Being that most coupe owners don't regularly use their cars' rear seats, the YCC is equipped with movie theater style buckets incorporating seat bottoms that fold up and out of the way. This allows for quick and easy storage of a briefcase or bag.