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Description
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is a compact SUV designed to blend an urban lifestyle with sheer luxury, with a focus on e-mobility as the brand commits to becoming an all-electric car brand by 2030. It’s a luxury electric vehicle that competes with the Jaguar I-Pace, Mercedes-Benz EQC, and Audi e-Tron and e-Tron Sportback.
The release of this electric vehicle was scheduled for 2021. It was, however, postponed due to the pandemic. As a result, it is expected to be released in the first quarter of this year.
Features
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) |
Panoramic sunroof |
14-speaker Harman Kardon music system |
Specification
Fuel Type | Electric |
Estimated Electric Range | 223 miles |
Horsepower | 402 hp |
Torque | 486-foot pounds |
0 to 60 | 4.7 seconds |
Engine | Dual Electric Motors |
Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles |
Pricing
The price of the 2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge starts at $55,300 for the Plus trim and $58,150 for the Ultimate model. That’s quite pricey, but depending on where you live, federal, state, or local tax breaks may make this EV more affordable.
All XC40 Recharge models are subject to a $1,095 destination charge.
There are few direct competitors for the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The Tesla Model Y, the more expensive Audi e-Tron, and the more affordable Ford Mustang Mach-E and Volkswagen ID.4 are its closest competitors. All of the other electric SUVs mentioned above are larger and have a greater range than the XC40 Recharge.
For every you.
Smart. Versatile. Fresher than ever. Meet our pure electric compact SUV – for every version of you. Coming soon to India.
A pure experience.
Up to 418 km | 4.9s |
Electric range | Acceleration (0-100 km/h) |
408 hp | Around 28 min |
Power | Fast charge 10-80% |
Considerate mobility has never looked so fresh.
No compromises
The XC40 Recharge does not force you to choose between power and safety. Simply take a seat, drive away, and enjoy the convenience of one pedal drive and smooth acceleration – all while emitting zero tailpipe emissions.
Responsible pleasure
Make every journey about more than just getting from point A to point B. Your commitment to a more sustainable future has never felt better than in the XC40 Recharge.
Interior design
Discover inner peace. Every detail of the XC40 Recharge pure electric is characterised by modern design and more sustainable materials.
Design highlights
Leather-free interior
The XC40 Recharge’s interior was designed without the use of any leather and is a living expression of responsible luxury.
Backlit ambiance
Translucent back-lit decor inspired by topography creates a natural, soothing glow and a contemporary vibe in the cabin.
Partially recycled carpets
Fjord blue, partially recycled carpets are a more environmentally friendly option that also serves as a visually appealing interior design feature.
Smart storage
Inside, you’ll find clever storage solutions for water bottles, gym bags, phones, laptops, take-out food, and other items, as well as a front compartment for charging cables.
Feature highlights
The XC40 Recharge pure electric ticks every box in terms of safety, comfort, and audio design.
Google built-in

Best-in-class navigation
Real-time traffic information and automatic rerouting are provided by Google Maps, which is seamlessly integrated into the pure electric XC40 Recharge.
Google Assistant
In your all-electric XC40, contact Google. Recharge for hands-free assistance. Simply say “Hey Google” to get started getting directions, enjoying entertainment, and staying in touch with friends, family, and colleagues.


Google Play
Maintain your online presence. In your pure electric XC40 Recharge, Google Play allows you to access apps and services that can make every journey more enjoyable and convenient.
Always up to date
The pure electric XC40 Recharge receives automatic over-the-air updates, ensuring that you have a vehicle that improves over time and is always up to date.

Digital services package
All data included
Our Digital services package, which includes all data, conveniently harmonises you, your pure electric XC40 Recharge, and your digital life.
Google built-in
Your favourite apps from Google Play, such as Google Assistant, Google Maps, and others, will be available in your car for a more helpful, personalised, and seamless driving experience.
Volvo Cars app
Improve your convenience and get more out of your Volvo. Remote services via the Volvo Cars app are included in our Digital services package.
Comfort and Tech
Cleaner cabin air
Our advanced air purifier system keeps up to 80% of dangerous PM 2.5 particles out of the cabin. This can help you and your passengers enjoy better and healthier air quality, regardless of the outside conditions. Outside the car, you can even monitor particle and pollen levels.
A helping hand
Our advanced driver assistance technology can assist you in keeping a safe distance from cars in front by adjusting your speed, keeping your car centred in the lane, notifying you when it’s safe to resume driving, and even bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in the event of an unresponsive driver.
App remote services
Subscribe to a Digital services package to gain full access to all remote services available in the Volvo Cars app, such as locking and unlocking, cabin pre-cleaning, heating or cooling, and charging start.
The Digital services subscription enables the Volvo Cars app remote services. If the car is new, it is covered for up to four years from the retail delivery date. When this period expires, new terms and conditions will take effect.
Harman Kardon Premium Sound system
Beautiful sound for the senses
This premium optional audio system produces refined sound that can be felt all around you. It immerses you, moves you, and allows you to enjoy every moment, regardless of genre.
Immerse yourself in music
This premium optional audio system produces refined sound that can be felt all around you. It immerses you, moves you, and allows you to enjoy every moment, regardless of genre.
Optimized speaker performance
Dirac® Unison Tuning, a proprietary sound processing software, optimises the response of each individual speaker as well as the speakers as a system, ensuring they perform in perfect harmony.
Assisted safety
360° parking view
With four cameras providing a 360° view and flank sensors increasing awareness of objects to the side of the vehicle, our system can assist you in parking confidently even in tight spaces.
Reverse with confidence
When reversing with a limited view, cross-traffic alert with auto brake assists the driver. The system can detect vehicles approaching from behind and, if necessary, apply the auto brake.
Ease stress in busy traffic
When changing lanes, our blind spot information system (BLIS) provides active assistance. If there is a risk of a collision with another vehicle in the adjacent lane, BLIS can adjust steering subtly to keep you, your car, and your loved ones exactly where you want to be.
Stay in lane
If you unintentionally start to drift out of your lane, your Volvo can send a subtle vibration through the steering wheel to help guide you back to the centre.
Avoid collisions
Our intelligent safety assistance technology can help you detect and avoid other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and large animals at any time of day or night. It accomplishes this by first warning the driver and then automatically braking if the driver fails to respond.
Protective body structure
Advanced body structure and a unique battery safety cage are designed to protect all occupants in the event of a collision, as well as the occupants of other vehicles.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
All XC40 Recharge models will be equipped with two electric motors, one driving the front wheels and the other the rears, providing full-time all-wheel drive. The engine produces 402 horsepower and propels the XC40 Recharge to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds on our test track. During our test drive, we noticed a smooth ride and refined cruising manner; aggressive drivers may prefer the Polestar 2. We like that regenerative braking allows for one-pedal driving, which is a desirable and convenient EV feature.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
The XC40 Recharge comes standard with a 75.0-kWh battery pack, and the EPA estimates a range of 223 miles per charge. With that range promise, the XC40 Recharge can compete with the Audi e-Tron and the Jaguar I-Pace, but it falls short of the Model Y, which can travel more than 300 miles on a single charge. The XC40 Recharge will be able to charge at both DC fast-charging terminals and 240-volt home chargers.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Instead of Volvo’s current Sensus Connect infotainment system, the XC40 Recharge features a new generation of software developed in collaboration with Google’s Android Automotive. The Polestar 2 offers a similar infotainment system, which we found to be intuitive and snappy in its functionality, but the Volvo version suffers from small onscreen buttons that are difficult to operate while driving. A standard 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster offers several customization options. Despite the collaboration with Google, the new infotainment system will eventually support both Android and Apple iPhone devices, as well as a wireless smartphone charging pad.
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Volvo provides a comprehensive warranty package on its new vehicles, including a three-year or 36,000-mile complimentary scheduled maintenance plan.
- The limited warranty covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
- Battery components are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles
Review:
Good Things
- Trendy design
- Powerful electric powertrain
- Thoughtful interior storage solutions
Could be Better
- Some rivals offer more driving range
- Heavy and feel like it in corners
- High starting price
Conclusion
The XC40 Recharge is as practical and stylish as the gasoline-powered version on which it is based, and its electric powertrain adds to its eco credentials.
Technical specifications
Real Range Estimation
City – Cold Weather | 340 km |
Highway – Cold Weather | 235 km |
Combined – Cold Weather | 285 km |
City – Mild Weather | 500 km |
Highway – Mild Weather | 300 km |
Combined – Mild Weather | 380 km |
Performance
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h | 7.4 sec |
Top Speed | 160 km/h |
Electric Range | 335 km |
Total Power | 170 kW (231 PS) |
Total Torque | 330 Nm |
Drive | Front |
Battery and Charging
Battery Capacity | 69.0 kWh |
Battery Useable | 67.0 kWh |
Europe
Charge Port | Type 2 |
Port Location | Left Side – Rear |
Charge Power | 11 kW AC |
Charge Time (0->360 km) | 7h15m |
Charge Speed | 47 km/h |
Fast-charge Port | CCS |
FC Port Location | Left Side – Rear |
Fast-charge Power (max) | 133 kW DC |
Fast-charge Time (36->288 km) | 31 min |
Fast-charge Speed | 450 km/h |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
Range | 335 km |
Vehicle Consumption | 200 Wh/km |
CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 2.2 l/100km |
WLTP Ratings (TEL)
Range | 425 km |
Rated Consumption | 183 Wh/km |
Vehicle Consumption | 158 Wh/km |
CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
Rated Fuel Equivalent | 2.1 l/100km |
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 1.8 l/100km |
WLTP Ratings (TEH)
Range | 400 km |
Rated Consumption | 190 Wh/km |
Vehicle Consumption | 168 Wh/km |
CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
Rated Fuel Equivalent | 2.1 l/100km |
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 1.9 l/100km |
Real Energy Consumption Estimation
City – Cold Weather | 197 Wh/km |
Highway – Cold Weather | 285 Wh/km |
Combined – Cold Weather | 235 Wh/km |
City – Mild Weather | 134 Wh/km |
Highway – Mild Weather | 223 Wh/km |
Combined – Mild Weather | 176 Wh/km |
Dimensions and Weight
Length | 4425 mm |
Width | 1873 mm |
Height | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase | 2702 mm |
Weight Unladen (EU) | 2023 kg |
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | 2460 kg |
Max. Payload | 512 kg |
Cargo Volume | 419 L |
Cargo Volume Max | 1295 L |
Cargo Volume Frunk | 31 L |
Roof Load | 75 kg |
Tow Hitch Possible | Yes |
Towing Weight Unbraked | 750 kg |
Towing Weight Braked | 1500 kg |
Vertical Load Max | 100 kg |
Miscellaneous
Seats | 5 people |
Isofix, | Yes, 2 seats |
Turning Circle | 11.4 m |
Platform | Volvo CMA |
Car Body | SUV |
Segment | JC – Medium |
Roof Rails | Yes |
EV Dedicated Platform | No |
Features
Mechanical
- Engine: Electric Motor
- Transmission: 1-Speed Electric Drive Train -inc: shift-by-wire
- GVWR: TBD
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
- Full-Time All-Wheel
- 70-Amp/Hr 760CCA Maintenance-Free Battery
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Sport Tuned Suspension
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- Permanent Locking Hubs
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS
- Front Vented Discs
- Brake Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Hill Hold Control
- Electric Parking Brake
- Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
- Lithium Ion Traction Battery w/11 kW Onboard Charger
- 8 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V and 78 kWh Capacity
Exterior
- Wheels: 19″ 5-Spoke Diamond-Cut Alloy -inc: Matte graphite
- Tires: 235/50R19 Front & 255/45R19 Rear
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Clearcoat Paint
- Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Laminated Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Bumper Insert
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert
- Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Black Power w/Tilt Down Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Power Folding
- Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
- Deep Tinted Glass
- Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Lip Spoiler
- Body-Colored Grille
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Roof Rack Rails Only
- Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Front And Rear Fog Lamps
- Cornering Lights
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- LED Brakelights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Entertainment
- Radio:
- 250W High Performance Audio -inc: 8 speakers
- 12.3″ digital driver display
- Bluetooth connectivity w/audio streaming
- 2 front and 2 rear USB-C ports
- Digital services package (4-year subscription) including:
- Google automotive services w/Google assistant
- Google maps and Google play store and data
- Volvo cars app remote services w/features such as remote lock/unlock and inductive smartphone charging
- SiriusXM AM/FM Stereo w/Seek-Scan
- Clock
- Speed Compensated Volume Control
- Steering Wheel Controls
- Voice Activation and Radio Data System
- 8 Speakers
- Window Grid Diversity Antenna
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
- Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display
Interior
- Heated Front Seats -inc: 8-way power front seats w/driver seat memory and 4-way power lumbar
- Bucket Front Seats
- Driver Seat
- 4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
- 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Nubuck Simulated Suede Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Gauges -inc:
- Speedometer
- Odometer
- Traction Battery Level
- Power/Regen
- Trip Odometer
- Trip Computer
- Power Rear Windows
- Sport Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Proximity Key For Doors And Power On
- Valet Function
- Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter
- Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Proximity Cargo Access
- HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Interior Trim -inc:
- Piano Black/Aluminum Instrument Panel Insert
- Piano Black/Aluminum Door Panel Insert
- Piano Black Console Insert
- Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Simulated Suede Door Trim Insert
- Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
- Microtech Seats
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage
- Mini Overhead Console and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front And Rear Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
- Cargo Area Concealed Storage
- Rigid Cargo Cover
- Cargo Features -inc: Cargo Tray/Organizer and Tire Mobility Kit
- Cargo Space Lights
- Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors, Audio and HVAC
- FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Windows
- Smart Device Remote Engine Start
- Sensus Navigation Pro Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
- Tracker System
- Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox
- Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Systems Monitor
- Redundant Digital Speedometer
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Power Foldable Rear Head Restraints
- Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Perimeter Alarm
- Engine Immobilizer
- 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Safety
- DSTC/RSC Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
- Side Impact Beams
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Volvo On-Call Emergency Sos
- Front And Rear Parking Sensors
- BLIS w/Steer Assist Blind Spot
- Collision Mitigation Support
- Lane Keeping Aid/Run-off Road Mitigation Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Keeping Aid/Run-off Road Mitigation Lane Departure Warning
- Aerial View Camera System
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Driver Monitoring-Alert
- Collision Mitigation-Rear
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc:
- Rear Center 3 Point
- Height Adjusters
- Pretensioners
- 360 Surround View Back-Up Camera
- 360 Surround View Camera Front Camera
- 360 Surround View Camera Left Side Camera
- 360 Surround View Camera Right Side Camera
Warranty
- 4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles
- 4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles
- 12 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles
- 4 Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles
- 3 Maintenance Years / 36,000 Maintenance Miles