Launched in 2018 Volvo XC40 is a compact SUV, which in 2019 received a 100% electric version called the XC40 Recharge. It was quickly supplemented with an SUV coupe body, with the appearance Volvo C40 Replenishment in 2021.

The models respectively offered a range of 425 and 438 kilometers according to the WLTP combined cycle, but to meet the expectations of its customers, Volvo is upgrading its two 100% electric compact cars that are already available. more autonomy as well as a faster charging :

“These developments are another important step on our way to becoming a fully electric car manufacturer by 2030. Range and charging time are key new considerations for a growing number of our customers, and these improvements make our 100% electric models even more attractive than they already are. have already been »– says Javier Varela, Director of Operations and Deputy Managing Director of Volvo Cars.

Volvo C40 and XC40 Recharge: new technical developments

The Volvo C40 and XC40 Recharge lineup now has two new single-engine rear-wheel drive versions : the first version is equipped with an engine from 238 horsepower on the rear axle, i.e. 7 additional horsepower compared to the previous front-wheel drive version’s 231 horsepower, and Battery 69 kWh.

On Refueling C40this version now offers 476 kilometers of autonomy according to the mixed WLTP cycle, while according to Art XC40 gas stationassortment now 460 kilometers. It also takes about 34 minutes to recover 80% of your autonomy with a Charger for 150 kW in direct current.

Volvo C40 and XC40 Recharge: more power

The second version is called “Extended range” : it is equipped with a Battery 82 kWin combination with a Electric motor with a capacity of 252 horsepower on the rear axle. He offers to The range is 514 kilometers on XC40 Extended Range Refilland till The range is 533 kilometers on C40 Extended Range Refill.

This larger capacity battery is now compatible with a the maximum charging power is 200 kW DC, which allows you to recover 80% of autonomy in about 28 minutes.

Volvo C40 and XC40 Recharge: more range

The Double version.equipped with four-wheel drive and two engines, is also evolving: now there is a new version 408 horsepowerassociated with a Battery 82 kWh and improving energy management. in XC40 Twin Refill now offers a wide selection 500 kilometersincreasing by 62 kilometers compared to the previous version, while C40 Twin Refill now offers The range is 507 kilometersincreasing by 56 kilometers compared to the previous version.

To improve energy efficiency, the C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge are also equipped new alloy wheels 19 incheswith a design optimized for aerodynamic performance.

In France, Volvo XC40 Recharge 100% electricity is offered at the initial price from €48,950while Volvo C40 gas station There is 100% electricity from €54,050.