Installation guide
8 9ELECTRONIC VESSEL CONTROL - EVC OPTIONS ELECTRONIC VESSEL CONTROL - EVC OPTIONS
EVC OPTIONS
The EVC system opens up a world of new opportunities that 
make driving, safer and more fun. The following options are 
available for our EVC engines. 
Use our matchlists to know what options are available for 
you EVC engine: www.volvopenta.com/matchlist
EVC Full control
The Full Control program, gives you a package of our most popular EVC options at a favorable price. You can read more about the options on page 8 and 
movies are available on www.volvopenta.com/fullcontrol. The packages vary between controls and drive systems. See table below. The packages should 
preferably be installed at the delivery of the boat but they can be added afterwards, please contact your local Volvo Penta dealer.
Volvo Penta 
IPS
Aquamatic 
Sterndrive
Inboard
Dynamic Positioning System
– –
Interceptor system
Glass Cockpit system
Joystick Docking  
1)
–
Joystick Driving
1)
–
Autopilot
1)
Powertrim Assistant – –
Low-speed Mode
–  
3)
Trip computer
Cruise control
Single-lever Mode
Tow Mode for water sport –  
2)
–
Sportfish Mode
– –
IPS Diesel Inboard Aquamatic Sterndrive
 Twin Twin Single Twin Single Single
Trip computer
Cruise control
Powertrim Assistant
Single-lever
Tow Mode
DYNAMIC POSITIONING 
SYSTEM
The Dynamic Positioning System 
lets you practically freeze your boat’s 
position and heading – the perfect 
feature when preparing for docking 
or waiting for refueling.
LOW-SPEED MODE 
Reduces boat speed at idling by 
50 % from 5–6 knots to 2–3 knots. 
Integrated in the control and perfect 
when driving in marinas and canals.
TRIP COMPUTER
Full trip computer functionality with 
information about fuel consump-
tion, distance to empty, triptime and 
much more. 
CRUISE CONTROL
A useful feature that provides finger-
tip control of engine rpm, letting you 
optimize boat speed for best possi-
ble fuel economy as wellas comfort.
POWERTRIM ASSISTANT
Automatically gives you the best pos-
sible drive trim. The result is a perfect 
running attitude for optimum perfor-
mance and low fuel consumption.
SINGLE-LEVER MODE
Lets you operate twin, triple or quad-
ruple engines with one lever. Easy 
and precise control over speed even 
in rough seas. 
TOW MODE  
FOR WATER SPORT
Limits your engine to your preset 
maximum rpm, and maintains that 
speed, compensating for any chang-
es in load, giving maximum water 
sport fun.
JOYSTICK DOCKING
The skipper’s best friend that makes 
docking easy, even fun. Intuitive, one-
hand manoeuvring in close quarters.
JOYSTICK DRIVING  
& AUTOPILOT
A whole new way to manoeuvre your 
boat with precision at all speeds. You 
steer comfortably by pushing and 
rotating the joystick. The integrated 
autopilot supports by automatically  
engaging after every course change. 
A smart, new option for intuitive driving.
 Available  
– Not available  
1) Requires factory-installed electronic steering 
2) Single installations  
3) D4-D13 
GLASS COCKPIT SYSTEM 
Gathers all driver information in one 
place – for enhanced overview and 
instant control of both navigation 
and engine. 
INTERCEPTOR SYSTEM 
The new, robust interceptor system, 
IS, gives comfortable rides in all con-
ditions. With the optional automatic 
mode, your boat’s attitude is always 
optimized.
Selected options may 
vary between markets. 
Easy Boating options
Take the opportunity to customize your boat with the options of your choice – when you 
order a new boat or when you wish to upgrade your present boat. The table shows what 
is available for each drive system. Talk to your Volvo Penta dealer for advice!










