Drivers in the UK now get to make the most of Volvo’s refreshed 40 series range. The Nordic carmaker says the emission-free cars in this series feature “a more confident interpretation of Volvo’s Scandinavian design language”. This includes redesigned front bumpers, bonnet and front wings, an updated grille and new “Thor’s Hammer Matrix” LED headlights. The purported benefits of the 15-segment lighting technology are that it adapts the beam to road conditions while managing to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers.
The facelift introduces a new naming structure, as the Single and Twin Motor variants are now called P5 Electric, P5 Long Range, and P8 Performance AWD – mirroring the smaller EX30. More than just a name, the top-tier variant now delivers 325 kW of output, up from 300 kW. The front motor contributes 135 kW, while the rear motor adds another 190 kW.
Additionally, the entry-level P5 Electric variant now offers slightly improved range compared to the previous base EX40, thanks to more efficient electric motors.
The XC40 is now being made available in the UK with B3 and B4 petrol mild-hybrid engines, both of which are paired with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. With prices starting at £37,710 on the road in B3 Core specification, the semi-electric car is offered across Core, Plus, Plus Pro, Ultra and Ultra Pro trims, depending on powertrain.
For drivers wanting a fully electric model, the EX40 starts at £43,860 on the road in P5 Long Range Plus specification, which boasts a range of up to 345 miles. The fully electric car comes with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The fully electric EC40 comes with a price tag of £45,860 on the road in P5 Long Range Plus Pro specification, offering up to 359 miles. Available with rear-wheel-drive or P8 all-wheel drive.
