Unplug and play.
Discover our first pure electric compact SUV – designed for the city, and the rest of the world.
4.9sec
0 – 62mph
208mi
Long range
40min
~80% charged
408hp
Pure power



Meet XC40 Recharge. The compact SUV designed with a purpose for our planet – and engineered for urban driving.

Lead the way
Both responsive and responsible driving – the vital combination provided by the high-performance electric powertrain in our first pure electric luxury SUV.

Pure power
Driving is smooth and intuitive. Just take your seat, select gear and go – there’s no start button. Then enjoy the refined power of twin electric motors and all-wheel drive, with zero tailpipe emissions. One pedal drive makes the car instantly follow your intentions.
* Range is according to WLTP and EPA driving cycles and real-world range may vary. Figures are based on preliminary target. Final vehicle certification pending.
** Fast charging DC up to 150 kW under optimal charging conditions.
Meet XC40 Recharge.
Both responsive and responsible driving – the vital combination provided by the high-performance electric powertrain in our first pure electric luxury SUV.
Driving is smooth and intuitive. Just take your seat, select gear and go – there’s no start button. Then enjoy the refined power of twin electric motors and all-wheel drive, with zero tailpipe emissions. One pedal drive makes the car instantly follow your intentions.
Enjoy the freedom of electric driving with a projected range of up to 418km/208 miles*. When needed, you easily top up at home or at work – or fast-charge from zero to 80% in around 40 minutes**.
The XC40 Recharge is designed to reduce environmental impact, including through the use of sustainable material. For example, the interior carpeting is entirely made of recycled plastic.
The Volvo On Call connected app lets friends and family access your XC40 SUV when they need it. Sustainable ownership for practical urban living.***
*** This functionality will be available via over-the-air update in autumn 2021.
The roomy interior of the XC40 SUV can comfortably accommodate whomever you decide to roll with.
* Range is according to WLTP and EPA driving cycles and real-world range may vary. Figures are based on preliminary target. Final vehicle certification pending.
** Fast charging DC up to 150 kW under optimal charging conditions.
Design your life. Be in control every mile of the journey, with intuitive comfort and convenience features.
Stand out
Bold and expressive SUV body design meets compact efficiency. Explore the heart of any city without blending into the crowd.
Stay in sync
Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store. The XC40 Recharge pure electric is fully connected to your digital life – even without your phone.
Design your life.
Bold and expressive SUV body design meets compact efficiency. Explore the heart of any city without blending into the crowd.
Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store. The XC40 Recharge pure electric is fully connected to your digital life – even without your phone.
A built-in route planner will alert you long before your charge runs out and can automatically recommend when and where to charge, so you can relax and enjoy the journey.*
* Available where Google Services or AutoNavi is offered.
Loads of smart storage for water bottles, gym bags, phones, laptops, take-away food and more, including a front compartment for your charging cables. This is life made easy.
Enjoy your musical journey. Strategically placed speakers, surround sound and precise tuning create a captivating audio experience that puts you in the centre of the music.
Preheat, precool and more – own your space before you’re in it with a simple tap of the Volvo On Call app.**
** Volvo On Call is not available in all markets.
Assisted safety
Assisted safety
Four high-definition cameras give you a 360° bird's eye parking view so you can breeze in and out of any confined space with confidence.
Our safety assistance technology can detect and help you avoid a collision with other vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists – day or night.*
Driver assist with cross traffic alert makes it easy to find your way out of a tight spot, support to your manoeuvring with warnings for approaching vehicles and auto brake for imminent collisions in city environment.**
* Vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists moving in the same direction of the car can be detected under certain speeds and in certain conditions. Detection systems are dependent on objects being illuminated and require the vehicle’s front and rear lights to be working when it is dark. Driver remains responsible for safe driving at all times.
** Driver support functions are not a substitute for the driver’s attention and judgment. Cross traffic alert may have limited functionality in certain situations. Brake intervention is only active at lower speeds.
Assisted safety
Four high-definition cameras give you a 360° bird's eye parking view so you can breeze in and out of any confined space with confidence.
Our safety assistance technology can detect and help you avoid a collision with other vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists – day or night.*
Driver assist with cross traffic alert makes it easy to find your way out of a tight spot, support to your manoeuvring with warnings for approaching vehicles and auto brake for imminent collisions in city environment.**
The advanced body structure is designed to help protect all occupants in a collision as well as to help protect those in other cars. And to help keep you safer, a unique battery safety cage helps protect the large battery in different types of collisions.
The blind spot information system (BLIS™) with steer assist can ease tension in busy traffic with alerts and active support, guiding you and your loved ones back on track.
Your Volvo will send a subtle vibration through the steering wheel and help steer you back to centre if you unintentionally start to drift out of your lane.
* Vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists moving in the same direction of the car can be detected under certain speeds and in certain conditions. Detection systems are dependent on objects being illuminated and require the vehicle’s front and rear lights to be working when it is dark. Driver remains responsible for safe driving at all times.
** Driver support functions are not a substitute for the driver’s attention and judgment. Cross traffic alert may have limited functionality in certain situations. Brake intervention is only active at lower speeds.
Range
How far can the XC40 Recharge take you with a single charge?
20 %
Battery charge84 km
Estimated range*The XC40 Recharge can offer enough range to take you from errands to weekend trips. Many people will only need to top up their charge a few times per week in daily driving.
Typical time to charge from zero to 80% with 150kW DC fast charging
Typical time to charge from zero to 100% with 11kW AC fast charging
* This is the range of XC40 Recharge in ideal conditions. Actual range can vary and is affected by many factors. Range is according to WLTP and EPA driving cycles and real-world range may vary. Figures are based on preliminary target. Final vehicle certification pending.

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