C40 Recharge, Volvo’s First BEV, To Be Launched In India On September 4; Check All Details Here

Volvo Car India will introduce the C40 Recharge, the brand's first all-electric vehicle in India, on September 4. After the XC40 Recharge, the C40 Recharge will be the automaker's second electric SUV in the country.

The C40 Recharge is a born electric vehicle (BEV), meaning it was created from the ground up as an electric vehicle, in contrast to the XC40 Recharge. Volvo is anticipated to begin client deliveries of the C40 Recharge electric SUV in the following month.

Volvo C40 Recharge : Power

Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) is the foundation upon which the C40 Recharge is built. The twin motor configuration in the India-spec vehicle offers a combined output of 408 bhp and 660 Nm. A 78kWh battery is used for the power.

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Volvo C40 Recharge : Battery 

The C40 Recharge is touted to have a 530km (WLTP) range on a single full charge and it can be charged from 0 to 100 percent in just 27 minutes. It has a 4.7-second 0-100kmph acceleration time. The all-wheel drive (AWD) system comes standard on the electric SUV.

Volvo C40 Recharge : Aesthetics

The Volvo C40 Recharge features a coupe roofline, upgraded LED tail lights, and a distinct side profile compared to the XC40 Recharge. Its 19-inch alloy wheels sport a dual-tone finish, while the interior boasts of a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and digital dashboard.

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Volvo C40 Recharge : Prices

After the prices are revealed, customers can make direct reservations for the C40 Recharge on the Volvo website. The deliveries of the electric SUV will be made through dealerships only.

It is anticipated that the C40 Recharge will be slightly more expensive than the XC40 Recharge, which has a starting price of Rs 56.90 lakh (ex-showroom).

Volvo intends to become carbon neutral by 2040 and have 100 per cent electric vehicles in its lineup by 2030.