XC40 Recharge – Volvo Car Australia today announced the pricing for its XC40 Recharge Pure Electric compact luxury SUV ahead of the quarter three Australian launch.
The XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is Volvo’s first all-electric vehicle and reinforces the Swedish company’s commitment to electrifying its entire car range by 2025, with full electric or plug-in hybrid variants.
In Australia the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric will be available in one luxury specification at $76,990 MRRP. For this price buyers will get a beautifully designed, all-wheel drive SUV with an impressive 400+ km range and packed with the latest safety and infotainment features.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is powered by twin 150 kW electric motors on the front and rear axles which provides all wheel drive and an impressive power output of 300 kW and 660Nm fed by a 78kWh lithium-ion battery pack under the floor.
The electric motors power it from zero to 100kmp/h in just 4.9 seconds, making the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric one of the most powerful cars Volvo has produced. When fully charged the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric has a projected range of up to 418 kilometres which makes it a perfect vehicle for the daily commute plus more. The vehicle is also designed for fast charging from zero to 80% in around 40 minutes.
Inside, the emphasis is on Scandinavian minimalist design using aluminium accents and contrast stitching in the luxury leather accented seats. Unlike other Volvo XC40 models, the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric has no start-stop button. Once it is unlocked, you simply sit in the seat, buckle up, and drive off.
The Clean Zone multi climate system removes harmful outside pollutants and particles from the cabin to deliver Scandinavian-fresh air on the inside.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is the first vehicle in Australia to come with a fully integrated Google Android Infotainment operating system, with Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store built in.
Other standard features include Harmon Kardon Premium Sound System, 20″ 5V Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels, heated seats and a swag of safety features, including City Safety, Collision Warning and Mitigation, and Parking Assist.
The vehicle has the segment leading five-year unlimited kilometre warranty. A three-year 100,000-kilometre service wear and tear plan which includes wiper blades, brake pads and brake discs. Eight-year roadside assistance and an eight-year battery warranty. Volvo Cars App allows for direct access to Volvo Cars Call Centres. Customers have an option to request for an insurance quote through Volvo Insurance making this a bundled offer.
Key features and specification for the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric:
Stylish Exterior and Interior
300kW / 660Nm
All Wheel Drive
Dynamic Chassis
20″ 5V Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
Harmon Kardon Premium Sound System
9″ Centre Screen Display
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
Smart Telephone Integration
Wireless device mirroring, Android Auto and CarPlay
Speech function
Inductive charging for smartphones
City Safety
Collision Warning and Mitigation, Front and Rear
Park Assist, Front and Rear with Camera
Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert
Adaptive Cruise Control, Pilot Assist and Lane Keeping Aid
360-degree camera
Parking assistance, front and rear
Hill start assist and Hill Descent Control
Keyless Entry and Hands-Free tailgate
Electronic Folding Exterior Mirrors
Auto Dimming Internal and External Mirrors
LED Headlight System
Cutting Edge interior Décor inlays
2 Zone Climate Control System
Leather Accented Seating
Heated front seats
Heated rear seats
Front and rear carpet mats
Power Folding Rear Headrests
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