Volvo Auto India On September 4, 2023, the C40 will launch the electric version of the Recharge coupe-SUV. For this he has completed the preparation. This luxury SUV was showcased in India earlier this year. It is being told in the media report that online booking of Volvo C40 Recharge Coupe SUV is going to start in a few days. It is also being told that soon after the launch of this new SUV, the delivery is expected to start in September itself.
The Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV has joined the ranks of the company’s another XC40 Recharge, which is already on sale in the country. The first coupe differentiates itself with the roofline, which differentiates it with the raked windscreen and the reworked LED taillights. In addition to this, the tailgate has also been redesigned while the taillights are thinner and wider with wraparound effect along with new reverse lights.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Design
The front styling of the Volvo C40 Recharge electric coupe SUV is similar to that of the XC40 Recharge. Nevertheless, the C40 seems to have managed to carve out a distinct identity for itself. Especially, when it is seen in the profile of the company. The coupe SUV will be the first offering from Volvo to get the new Pixel LED headlights. This model rides on 19-inch alloy wheels with dual-tone finish.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Interior
The new Volvo C40 Recharge electric coupe SUV is similar to the XC40 Recharge with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument console, slim, vertically-stacked AC vents, a black finished cabin with wood inserts and premium leather upholstery. Volvo opts for Android-based infotainment system in its cars and it has been fitted in the C40 Recharge as well. The unit requires you to sign in with your Google ID like any Android device, which gives direct access to features like Google Maps and Assistant. Along with this, it also provides the ability to download apps from the Play Store on the car’s system. An e-SIM is also attached to it.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Features
Other features on the Volvo C40 Recharge electric coupe SUV include sensor-based ADAS technology with driving capability, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, power front seats with memory function for the driver, dual-zone climate control, a premium Harman Kardon sound system included. The luggage space is 413 liters in the coupe body style, while it is 452 liters in the XC40 Recharge. Additionally, you get 31-litres of frunk storage space at the front.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Powertrain
On the powertrain front, the Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV will come with two motors. There will be a motor on each axle, which generates 402 Bhp and 660 Nm of peak torque. It can do 0-100 kmph in 4.7 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds quicker than the SUV. The coupe SUV can be charged from 0-100 percent in just 27 minutes. For this, you will have to plug it into a 150 kW DC fast charger.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Battery
The Volvo C40 Recharge electric coupe SUV is based on the brand’s CMA (Compact Modular Architecture) platform and draws power from a new generation battery pack. The 78 kWh unit offers a range of 530 km (WLTP round) on a single charge, which is much higher than the 418 km range on the XC40 recharge. The old battery is still used in this.
Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV: Competition
The Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV will compete with the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Mercedes-Benz EQB after its launch in the market. Prices for the electric coupe SUV are expected to start from Rs.60 lakh onwards. Its unique body style gives it an edge over its rivals in the segment.