Volvo updates XC40 with fresh design and more safety techdpa internationalDPAThu, September 10, 2026 at 12:03 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleThe updated XC40 has a new 11.2-inch display – far larger than the nine-inch one fitted previously – and it now utilises Google Gemini so that drivers can chat with the AI assistant to plan journeys and find stops nearby. Volvo/dpaVolvo has launched a series of updates to its popular XC40, introducing a revised exterior design and more safety tech to the compact SUV.Also applied to electric EX40 and EC40 cars, the updates bring a revised headlight style and a reinterpretation of the original 'Thor's Hammer' design. In addition, the grille, bumper and bonnet have been reprofiled for a smoother look.Around the back, all models now feature redesigned LED lights, and the front bumper has been reshaped. New alloy wheel designs in 18-, 19- and 20-inch profiles are also now available.AdvertisementAdvertisementInside, there's a new 11.2-inch display – far larger than the nine-inch one fitted previously – and it now utilises Google Gemini so that drivers can chat with the AI assistant to plan journeys and find stops nearby.It also comes with an updated wireless phone charger and a broader range of interior upholstery options. A new 'Arianne Cardamom' leather is one of the headline changes, and in the XC40 it can be combined with ash wood trim for a more old-school appearance.A new software and sensor platform helps the XC40 range include more safety assistance features, too, with Door Opening Alert there to stop accidental collisions with cyclists passing to the side of the car.Prices for the updated XC40 range are expected to be announced soon.Volvo's updates bring a revised headlight style and a reinterpretation of the original 'Thor's Hammer' design. In addition, the grille, bumper and bonnet have been reprofiled for a smoother look. Volvo/dpa