Stockholm, Sweden – In a striking move to electrify the streets and streamline choices for consumers, Volvo Cars zaps into the future with a major revamp of its electric and hybrid car lineup. The Swedish car maker, known for its safety and innovation, is now making it easier for customers to plug into its electric dreams.
As part of its electric voyage, the company has boldly renamed its fully electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge models to the sleeker EX40 and EC40. This change aligns with the launch of other electrifying models: the EX30, EX90, and EM90. Fear not, traditionalists: the XC40 name will continue to hum along with the internal combustion engine variants.
Volvo’s switch to electric is more than just a spark. In 2023, electric cars revved up to 16% of Volvo’s global sales, a surge of 70% from the previous year. The introduction of the EX30, EX90, and EM90 later this year will expand Volvo’s electric fleet to five models, with more in the pipeline.
In a nod to simplicity, Volvo is removing the ‘Recharge’ badge from its plug-in hybrids. These models will now be identified by the T6 or T8 suffix, indicating their power output. This makes it a breeze for customers to distinguish between the fully electric and hybrid models in their quest for a new Volvo.
Björn Annwall, Volvo’s chief commercial officer and deputy CEO, explains, “As we electrify our lineup and refresh our hybrids, we’re making it simple for consumers to join our electric revolution.”
Volvo isn’t just renaming and rebranding; it’s supercharging its offerings. The EX40 and EC40 Twin Motor variants, along with previous year models in select markets, will receive a new Performance software pack. This upgrade boosts power output by 25kW for zippier acceleration, a unique pedal mapping for faster response, and a special ‘Performance’ drive mode. This electric excitement can be downloaded from the Volvo Cars app or directly from the comfort of your sofa.
The company is also fine-tuning its hybrid models. The B5 mild hybrid petrol variants of the XC60 and XC90 are being optimized for more efficient engine combustion, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions and improve fuel economy.
Lastly, following the success of the XC60 Black Edition, Volvo is introducing a special Black Edition for the EX40, EC40, and XC40 models. These sleek rides will feature Onyx Black paint, high gloss black badging, 20-inch black alloys, and chic interior options.
With Google built-in and smart storage, the EC40, EX40, and XC40 are more compelling than ever. The electric duo boasts an impressive range of up to 583 kilometers for the EC40 and 576 kilometers for the EX40.
In conclusion, Volvo’s electric and hybrid revamp is more than just a change in nomenclature; it’s a leap into a future where electric dreams drive reality.
