It’s the first global electric vehicle to be locally assembled in India
- Based on the CMA platform shared with the ICE XC40.
- Powered by a 408PS all-wheel drivetrain, does 0-100kmph in 4.9 seconds.
- Claimed range of 418km from 78kWh battery pack
- Available in a single top-spec variant with ADAS.
- Deliveries to commence in October.
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Volvo has finally launched its first electric vehicle (EV), the XC40 Recharge, in India and has priced it at Rs 55.90 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India). It’s the first global EV to be locally assembled in India, at the carmaker’s Hosakote plant in Karnataka. The Volvo XC40 Recharge will be sold exclusively through the Swedish marque’s official website and can be booked for Rs 50,000.
What’s new in the Volvo XC40 Recharge?
The new XC40 Recharge is based on the facelifted Volvo SUV unveiled earlier this year. It features a slightly redesigned front fascia with pixel LED headlights with Thor’s Hammer DRLs. It bears similar proportions as the XC40 SUV that we’re familiar with and gets a distinctive set of alloys and covered-up grille to distinguish itself.
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The XC40 Recharge will be packed with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) such as adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring system, a parking assistant and 360-degree camera.
There are five colour options on offer – Crystal White, Thunder Grey, Fjord Blue, Onyx Black and Sage Green.
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Volvo XC40 Recharge Powertrain
Volvo’s electric SUV has dual motor all-wheel-drive system with a combined output of 408PS and 660Nm. It’s powered by a 78kWh battery that gives the SUV a claimed range of 418km on a single charge.
Plugged into a 150kW DC charger, the XC40 can be recharged in as little as 40 minutes. It takes 2-2.5 hours to juice up with a 50kWh fast charger, and the OEM-provided 11kWh charger can charge the SUV in 8-10 hours.
Key Specification of XC40 Recharge P8 AWD
| Fuel Type | Electric(Battery) |
| Range | 418 |
| Emission Norm Compliance | ZEV |
| Max Power | 402.30bhp |
| Max Torque | 660Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 Km/h |
| Sunroof | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes |
| Adj. Front Passenger Seat | Yes |
| Heated Seats | No |
Full Specifications Of Volvo XC40 Recharge
Engine and Transmission
| Fuel Type | Electric(Battery) |
| Max Power | 402.30bhp |
| Range | 418 |
| Emission Norm Compliance | ZEV |
| Max Torque | 660Nm |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Valves Per Cylinder | Not Available in XC40 Recharge |
| Gear Box | single speed transmissio |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Mild Hybrid | Not Available in XC40 Recharge |
