2018 Volvo XC40

New Volvo XC40 P6 Recharge sells out in less than 24 hours

The initial allocation of Volvo Car South Africa’s second all-electric variant, the XC40 P6 Recharge, was sold out in less than 24 hours.

The order books for the XC40 P6 Recharge officially opened early on Tuesday, July 26th, and all 25 units were gone by the following morning. The highly anticipated single-motor electric XC40 was only available online through Volvo’s www.myvolvo.co.za website, with a starting price of R1 075 000.

Greg Maruszewski, Managing Director of Volvo Car South Africa, believes the XC40 P6 Recharge’s overwhelming customer response is due in large part to its competitive pricing.

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The initial allocation of Volvo Car South Africa’s second all-electric variant, the XC40 P6 Recharge, was sold out in less than 24 hours. The order […]
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EV interest growing faster than you'd think in SA: New Volvo XC40 P6 Recharge sells out in 24 hours

Fuel prices have been an incredibly sore point for South Africans this year. The hikes have been painful, with no end in sight until recently. And even though we're due for a decrease in the fuel price, News24 has reported the margin is increasing.

According to recent consumer search data by AutoTrader, interest in the electric vehicle has surged by 134%. This massive increase could be due to genuine consideration for an alternative vehicle type or because people are tired of the exorbitant fuel prices.

Sold out in record time

Even so, electric car sales remain at an absolute minimum in South Africa compared to the rest of the world. Most consumers can barely afford a new car, never mind an expensive electric one. However, Volvo Car South Africa has just opened sales books for their second all-electric vehicle for the local market, and the cars were sold out in record time.

It took less than 24 hours for the new XC40 P6 Recharge to be completely booked out when sales opened. The automaker says order books officially opened early on Tuesday, 26 July, and despite the small allocation, all 25 units were snapped up by the following morning.

The single-motor version of the electric XC40 was available exclusively online through Volvo's website from a starting price of R1 075 000.

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Volvo Car South Africa has just opened sales books for their second all-electric vehicle for the local market, and the cars were sold out in record time.
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REVIEW | We drive Volvo's electric XC40 Recharge Twin

In conclusion

There is no denying that R1.26 million is a significant chunk of money for a car that is likely to form part of a two-car garage. However, Volvo Cars South Africa does make the deal rather attractive for a few reasons. They offer a warranty and maintenance (which is very low with an electric car) plans for a full eight years and 160 000km. Secondly, the home charger box is included in the price, which costs tens of thousands of rand if you had to buy it yourself. Finally, Volvo will give you a petrol-powered car for two weeks of the year if you want to make a long road trip for a holiday.

It is still an expensive car, although not for an electric one. You also gain access to the latest technology combined with a stylish and sophisticated car. Also, keep in mind the prices of most other electric (primarily German) cars on the market, and the Volvo suddenly seems like good value.

Specifications
Price: R1 260 000
Drivetrain: two electric motors (front and rear)
Power: 300kW
Torque: 660Nm
Gears/Drive: 1-speed, all-wheel drive
0-100 km/h: 4.72 seconds (tested)
Top speed: 180 km/h (claimed)
Consumption: 21.1 kWh/100 km (tested)
Warranty: 8-years or 160 000km
Service Plan: 8-years or 160 000km

Test results
Braking:
Emergency brake test 1 (120-0 km/h): 3.20 seconds (51.33 metres)
Emergency brake test 2 (120-0 km/h): 3.31 seconds (52.49 metres)

Acceleration (km/h):
0-60: 2.55 seconds
0-80: 3.49 seconds
0-100: 4.72 seconds
0-120: 6.30 seconds
0-140: 8.30 seconds

In-gear acceleration (km/h):
80-100: 1.22 seconds
100-140: 3.43 seconds
60-120: 3.73 seconds

Consumption during test:
21.1 kWh/100 km

We drive Volvo's electric XC40 Recharge Twin | News24

There were are a couple of things that excited me about this electric vehicle: the technology onboard and the experience of what this EV has to offer.
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Electrification all around! Volvo revamps the XC40 for SA market – pricing

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Electrification all around! Volvo revamps the XC40 for SA market - pricing

You can have any Volvo you like, but every new Swedish model sold on local soil will now feature some form of electrification with the introduction of the latest XC40 range. 2030 is far closer than it seems!
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Volvo XC40 (2023) Specs & Pricing

The Volvo XC40 has been updated for 2023 and has made its way to South Africa.

The stylish and popular Volvo XC40 has been given an update and has gone on sale in South Africa. The changes are numerous, comprising new electrified engines,, visual nip and tuck as well as the introduction of the Google Android infotainment system. The latter is of interest as we’ve had a taste in both the Volvo XC40 P8 electric model and the XC60 Plug-in hybrid.

First impressions have been positive thus far, however we understand that Apple users have been frustrated at the lack of CarPlay, which should have been rectified through an update towards the end of 2022.

As far as powertrains go, the Volvo XC40 updates comprise mild hybrid tech, with the range kicking off with the B3 model with a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 48-volt hybrid system and 110 kW and 265 Nm. The B4 packs a bit more power at 145 kW and 300 Nm. Both of these models feature 8-speed automatic transmissions and are front-wheel driven.

For those wanting a bit more performance, the B5 headlines the range with 183 kW and 350 Nm and features all-wheel drive. For those considering full electrification, the XC40 is available in single-motor P6 and twin-motor P8 Recharge derivatives.

The mild hybrid technology is said to reduce tailpipe emissions, increase efficiency and boasts improved on-road performance. The XC40 is the last model in the local Volvo lineup to receive hybrid tech, meaning that every vehicle in the Volvo SA family now has some form of electrification.

How much does the updated Volvo XC40 cost in South Africa?

XC40 B3 R678 093

XC40 B4 R718 847

XC40 B5 R840 418

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Volvo XC40 (2023) Specs & Pricing

The Volvo XC40 has been updated for 2023 and has made its way to South Africa. The stylish and popular Volvo XC40 has been given an update and has gone on sale in South Africa. The changes are numerous, comprising new electrified engines,, visual nip and tuck as well as the introduction of the...
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Facelifted Volvo XC40 arrives in SA with fresh look, new grade structures

Featuring a new look and revised trim grade structure, the 2023-model Volvo XC40 is now available in South Africa.

Priced from R678 093, the compact SUV receives a reworked front end that includes a new design for the headlights and front and rear bumpers, as well as fresh alloy wheel designs and new exterior paint colours, including sage green and fjord blue. If you want a black roof, however, you’ll have to opt for one of the fully electric (P6 or P8) variants.

Volvo is also offering three mild hybrid turbo-petrol engine options, but they’re now badged “B” instead of “T”.

The 1.5-litre three-cylinder B3 kicks off the range with 110kW and 265Nm, while the B4 slots into the middle with a 2.0-litre motor that produces 145kW and 300Nm. The all-wheel drive B5 offers a beefier version of the 2.0 engine, credited with 183kW and 350Nm. As before, the P6 recharge variant is good for 170kW and the twin-motor P8 offers 300kW.

 
Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge get more range, raised power

Range-topping dual-motor Recharge Twin to arrive in May with larger battery pushing range beyond 300 miles

Volvo has increased the range of the Volvo C40 Recharge and Volvo XC40 Recharge EVs with a raft of efficiency tweaks and given them an uplift in power and a slightly higher price.

The update for the Swedish marque’s entry-level electric cars – which from today cost, on average, just under £1000 more (C40 from £48,355, XC40 from £46,505) than the versions available yesterday – brings a new 82kWh (78kWh usable) battery for the most powerful dual-motor Recharge Twin, up from 78kWh.

It also ushers in a change in drivetrain for the single-motor option, with power now sent solely to the rear wheels, which, Volvo says, is to aid efficiency. Recharge Twin keep four-wheel-drive layout.

This efficiency equates to around 20 miles of increased range per single-motor model (up to 296 miles for the C40 and 286 for the XC40) although the Recharge Twin variants now have a quoted range of 316 (C40) and 312 miles (XC40) – up around 40 miles.

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Volvo C40 refresh to bring boosted 342 miles of range | Autocar

Range-topping dual-motor Recharge Twin to arrive in summer with larger battery, pushing output to 402bhp
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Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge get more range, raised power

Range-topping dual-motor Recharge Twin to arrive in May with larger battery pushing range beyond 300 miles

Volvo has bolstered the line-ups of two of its electric SUVs for 2023, improving range, boosting efficiency and slightly increasing performance.

The headline change is the introduction of a new rear-wheel drive powertrain. Available for the Volvo XC40 Recharge and the Volvo C40 Recharge, the rear-wheel drive powertrain combines a 234bhp electric motor, which replaces the outgoing 228bhp front-wheel drive version.

As a result of improved cooling efficiency, Volvo says the two rear-wheel drive EVs benefit from improved range compared to the outgoing model. Despite retaining the same 69kWh battery, the XC40 Recharge is now capable of 286 miles of range, compared to 264 miles previously.

Entry-level C40 Recharge models gain a boost from 272 miles to 296 miles, and Volvo says it can charge from 10-80% in 34 minutes when using a 130kW fast charger.

The more powerful C40 Recharge with 248bhp on tap and a larger 82kWh battery is capable of 331 miles - an increase of 11 miles over the previous car - though this version will not be sold in the UK.

Changes have also come to the two model’s all-wheel drive variants. Previously powered by two 200bhp electric motors, all-wheel drive versions now combine a 245bhp unit mounted to the rear axle, and a less-powerful 156bhp motor at the front for a total of 401bhp.

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Volvo C40 refresh to bring boosted 342 miles of range | Autocar

Range-topping dual-motor Recharge Twin to arrive in summer with larger battery, pushing output to 402bhp
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2023 Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge are bringing back rear-wheel-drive

Rear-wheel-drive Volvos have a legendary status among the automotive fans. They weren’t particularly fast but offered huge amounts of space in the wagon versions, and their handling around the corners was fun. Good old 740 didn’t need much enticement to step out sideways on a wet surface.

Volvo gave up on the rear-wheel-driven models just before the end of the last century. The company decided that it was much safer for the drivers and passengers to be in a front-wheel-drive or an AWD vehicle. And so the era of sideways-going Volvos was over. But now the EV revolution is bringing RWD Volvos back.

The new RWD models from Volvo are the XC40 and C40 Recharge. Volvo introduces two versions of each car - base model with 235hp (175kW) and the slightly more powerful 248hp (185kW) version. The latter comes with a bigger 82kWh battery pack, while the entry model has to make do with 69kWh capacity.

None of the cars can be called a slouch - both models sprint from standstill to 100 km/h in respectable 7.4 seconds. However, Volvo is taking its nanny approach seriously and is limiting the top speed to 160 km/h. It actually makes a lot of sense from both safety and range perspectives, but will undoubtedly upset many people.

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2023 Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge are bringing back rear-wheel-drive

Volvo stopped making rear-wheel-drive cars in 1998 and focused on 4x4 and front-wheel-drive for safety reasons. Now the company is bringing back the “fun-wheel-drive” with its latest electric cars.
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Rear-wheel drive, more range and faster charging for fully electric Volvo C40 and XC40 models

Two of the most frequently asked questions about our fully electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge are: “How far will it go on a single charge?” and “How long does it take to charge?”
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Volvo XC40 Recharge 2023 first drive

The XC40 Recharge still has an excess of power for a Volvo - but plenty of appeal to those seeking a premium EV crossover. The extra range and faster charging give reasons to consider this Twin version over single motor models, and bring it in line with key rivals then. A useful, rather than transformative, update then.

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Volvo XC40 Recharge 2023 first drive | Autocar

Still not a class leader, but a longer range and faster charging were always going to be welcome
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