High-voltage battery

The vehicle is equipped with a high-voltage battery for electric propulsion, which is located underneath the vehicle. The battery and the high-voltage system work with much higher voltage than the vehicle's ordinary electrical system.

Only authorized workshop personnel may handle high-voltage components.

If the high-voltage battery is discharged, it will not be possible to drive the vehicle. To charge the battery, the vehicle's smaller 12 V battery must also have sufficient charge to power the vehicle's electrical system and start charging.

 Warning

High-voltage battery replacement may only be performed by a workshop – an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

Location of high-voltage battery

P6-XC40BEV-2037-Traction battery placement

High-voltage battery service life and capacity

The capacity of the high-voltage battery decreases with age and use, which could result in decreased range.

Here are some recommendations for increasing the battery's service life:
  • Plug in the charging cable when the vehicle is parked, especially in very hot or cold weather.
  • Avoid discharging the battery completely to 0%.
  • If the charge level is 0%, the battery should be recharged as soon as possible.
  • Avoid fully charging the battery to the maximum level unless needed for the distance you will drive. A recommended charge level is shown in the center display.

High-voltage battery specifications

Type: Lithium-ion

The power reserve depends on the version1.

Extended range: 78 kWh

Standard range: 69 kWh

  1. 1 Not all electric motor variants are available on all markets.