The premium electric SUV Volvo XC40 Recharge was introduced by Volvo in India, making it the country’s first luxury EV to be built indigenously. Last year, the Volvo XC40 Recharge was showcased in India, and in June 2021, Volvo began accepting pre-bookings for the vehicle. After today, Volvo will only be offered on the Volvo India website and will only be accessible for a nominal booking fee.
The company’s Hoskote factory in Bengaluru is building the Volvo XC40 Recharge indigenously. The XC40 Recharge electric SUV boasts a stated range of 418 kilometers and can be fast-charged at a rate of 150 kilowatts.
In addition to a three-year comprehensive guarantee on the vehicle, Volvo will also include a third-party 11kW wall box charger, an eight-year battery warranty, a four-year digital service subscription, a three-year Volvo service package, and a three-year roadside assistance program.
In the Indian market, the Volvo XC40 Recharge, a premium model, will compete with vehicles like the Kia EV6, BMW i4, and the smaller Mini Cooper SE.
Volvo XC40 Specifications
Power
Twin motor powertrains with 78kWh batteries will be an option for the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The battery pack can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 33 minutes thanks to its 150kW rapid charging capability. A 50kW fast charger, which is more common, could fully charge this Volvo in 2.5 hours.
The 480bhp peak power and 660Nm peak torque of the engine enable the XC40 Recharge to accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in 4.9 seconds. The dual motor configuration of the XC40 Recharge also permits an AWD layout. The XC40 Recharge advertises a stated range of 418 kilometers on a single charge, which is ARAI-certified.
Design
The XC40 is a stylish SUV, and the electrified model is no exception. The distinctive front characteristic DRL that resembles Thor’s hammer has been kept by the Swedish automaker, and the vertically stacked rear LED lighting system is still there. To tell it apart from its gasoline sister, there is a blanked-out grille and a new set of 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.
Given the battery pack, the XC40 Recharge is 15mm longer than the gasoline-powered XC40 and now sits a little lower at 175mm. The trunk has a 452-liter capacity, and the electric drivetrain has freed up 31 liters for storage.
Features
The primary infotainment system is now Android-based, and the XC40 Recharges adds a new series of digital displays from the XC60 that is clearer and faster. A handful of apps from the Google Play Store are also usable and operate via an onboard e-sim.
A panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, a complete complement of sensor-based ADAS technology with Level 2 Autonomous driving, linked car technology, powered front seats with driver-side memory, and a high-end Harman Kardon sound system are all included in the list of features.
Pricing and availability
At a starting price of Rs. 55.90 lakh, the luxury electric SUV Volvo XC40 Recharge has been introduced in India (ex-showroom). The price difference between the XC40 Recharge and its petrol ICE cousin is Rs 11.40 lakh. Starting on July 27th, customers may place an exclusive online order for the car on the Volvo India website for a nominal booking fee of Rs 50,000.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge comes with a single Ultimate trim level and a twin-motor powertrain configuration. Crystal White, Fjord Blue, Onyx Black, Sage Green, and Thunder Grey are the five exterior color choices available. The Charcoal Connect Suede textile interior palette will be offered for the XC40 Recharge.
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