Significant safety, tech and design updates to Volvo Cars’ new 40 series cars

The highly popular Volvo XC40, EX40 and EC40 get significant updates to make everyday life on the road easier and more enjoyable, ranging from updates to exterior and interior design to infotainment, advanced driver assistance and active safety.  

A refreshed exterior design gives the new 40 series models a more confident and contemporary presence. The new design of the Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED headlights is one of the most eye-catching updates, with a refined take on the iconic light signature. An upgraded grille and redesigned front bumper, bonnet and front wings provide a new elegant interpretation of Volvo Cars’ Scandinavian design language. 

At the rear, the XC40 and EX40 feature new LED rear lights, an upgraded tailgate, and a redesigned rear bumper, while the EC40 retains its distinctive rear design. The XC40 also comes with new 18-inch, 19-inch and 20-inch diamond cut wheels.  

“By enhancing the design, technology and safety features of our 40 series cars, we've created the best versions of our 40 series yet,” says Akhil Krishnan, Interim lead for the 30 and 40 series at Volvo Cars. “These already popular models are now set to continue being among our best-selling cars for years to come.” 

Intuitive and versatile on the inside 
The interior is upgraded with a new, larger and crisper 11.2-inch screen, bringing Volvo Cars’ latest user experience. The updated screen makes interacting with the car faster and easier, with fewer taps needed to access key functions, creating a seamlessly connected and intuitive experience for everyday driving. 

Featuring Google Gemini, the next-generation AI assistant from Google, the new 40 series models are cars you can have a natural conversation with. From planning journeys and finding great stops to managing messages on the move, Gemini understands everyday language effortlessly.  

Designed with everyday usability in mind, the interior combines smart storage space and thoughtfully integrated features, such as the updated wireless phone charger, to make life on the road more convenient. From busy weekday schedules to spontaneous weekend getaways, the versatile cabin adapts effortlessly to the changing needs of drivers and their families. 

The cabin updates also include new premium upholstery and decor options to enhance comfort and design. For the first time, XC40 customers can opt for Arianne Cardamom leather upholstery paired with Brown Ash wood decor elements across the interior. The car also features refined cabin illumination plus the option of Black Ash or aluminium decor, bringing a modern expression to the interior. 

Protecting what matters most  
Built on Volvo Cars' pioneering safety knowledge from real-world research, the new 40 series cars combine advanced safety technologies to help prevent collisions and protect people. If a potential collision is detected, the cars can respond in real time, warning the driver or stepping in to help avoid or reduce the impact. Whether steering around danger with automatic emergency steering or braking instantly with automatic emergency braking, it’s designed to help choose the safest action in the moment. 

These enhanced safety capabilities are made possible by a new advanced software and sensor platform. With new front and corner radars, a new front camera, new rear corner radars, 12 new ultrasonic sensors and new parking cameras, the car gains a more comprehensive view of its surroundings, helping drivers feel more confident behind the wheel.  

The upgraded platform also enables several new and upgraded safety and driver support functions: 

• Door Opening Alert helps protect cyclists and other road users by warning occupants before opening the door into passing traffic. 

• The optional Pilot Assist is expanded with lane change assist and refined to follow the road more smoothly, providing added support and comfort on longer journeys. 

• The optional 360 camera is upgraded to a 3D view that makes parking and low‑speed manoeuvres easier. 

Towards an all-electric future 
Volvo Cars’ 40 series cars play a key role on the path to full electrification. For those ready to go fully electric, the Volvo EX40 and EC40 offer up to 575km and 584km of electric range on a single charge respectively. The new Volvo XC40, EX40 and EC40 improve over time thanks to regular over‑the‑air updates that bring new software and features to cars already on the road. 

Order books for the new 40 series, including the Black Edition, are open from today in selected markets, with production starting later this autumn.
 

The small print 

• Range figures are preliminary and based on WLTP testing standards obtained under specific testing conditions. Actual range can vary depending on charge level, car specification, outdoor temperature, battery temperature, weather, topography, driving style and car speed. 

• Availability of the features and services mentioned above may vary by market. Some features and services mentioned are optional and require customer opt-in. 

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