Volvo Car UK has opened orders for its refreshed 40 series, introducing updated styling, revised electric powertrain specifications and new variant names for the fully electric EX40 and EC40. Prices start at £43,860 and £45,860 respectively.
The updated models feature redesigned front bumpers, bonnet and front wings, alongside a revised grille and new Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED headlights. The 15-segment lighting system adjusts its beam according to road conditions while helping prevent glare for oncoming traffic.
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New Electric Powertrain Lineup
Volvo has introduced a revised naming structure for the electric models, replacing the previous Single Motor and Twin Motor designations with P5 Electric, P5 Long Range and P8 Performance AWD.
The range-topping P8 Performance AWD now delivers 325 kW, up from 300 kW in the previous configuration. Its dual-motor setup combines a 135 kW front motor with a 190 kW rear motor.
The entry-level P5 Electric variant also benefits from improved efficiency, providing slightly more driving range than the previous base EX40.
EX40 and EC40 Prices and Range
The fully electric EX40 starts at £43,860 on the road in P5 Long Range Plus specification, offering a maximum WLTP range of up to 345 miles. It is available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
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The EC40 starts at £45,860 in P5 Long Range Plus Pro specification, with a claimed range of up to 359 miles. Buyers can choose rear-wheel drive or the P8 all-wheel-drive configuration.
XC40 Mild-Hybrid Options Continue
Alongside the electric models, Volvo is retaining the XC40 with B3 and B4 petrol mild-hybrid powertrains, both paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission.
Prices begin at £37,710 for the XC40 B3 Core. The mild-hybrid range is available in Core, Plus, Plus Pro, Ultra and Ultra Pro trim levels, depending on the selected powertrain.