Volvo C40 Recharge SUV unveiled, launch in August

 PUNE: Volvo, the Swedish luxury car maker, on Wednesday unveiled its second electric model, the C40 Recharge for the Indian market.

While the new electric SUV will be launched in the country in August with the priced will be announced, its customer deliveries will commence in September.

The company offers another electric SUV in the form of the XC40 Recharge priced at about Rs 56.90 lakh.

The Volvo C40 Recharge is a born electric vehicle, meaning it has been developed ground-up as an electric car. On the other hand, the Volvo XC40 Recharge has an internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart.

Built on the compact modular architecture (CMA) platform, the India-specific Volvo C40 Recharge has a twin motor setup with a combined output of 408hp and 660Nm. The power is supplied by a 78kWh battery.

The claimed range for the Volvo C40 Recharge on a single full charge is 530km (WLTP). It can accelerate from 0-100kmph in 4.7 seconds. The new electric SUV has all-wheel drive (AWD) as standard.

Buyers will have to book the Volvo C40 Recharge directly via the company's website after the prices are announced. Only the deliveries of the electric SUV will take place through dealerships.

Volvo plans to have 100 per cent electrified vehicles in the portfolio by 2030 and become carbon neutral by 2040.

“The reveal of the Volvo C40 Recharge marks a significant milestone for Volvo Car India's commitment to the Indian market. Building on to the success of XC40 Recharge, I am sure C40 Recharge would help us widen our luxury market share," said Jyoti Malhotra, Managing Directorat Volvo Car India.

“This car represents the future of mobility, combining innovative design, advanced electric technology, and our unwavering dedication to environmental consciousness. We are proud to introduce this 100 per cent leather-free electric crossover, setting a new standard for sustainable luxury,” he said.