Volvo XC40

Summary 

Volvo launched the refreshed XC40 in India on 21 September, 2022. This MY2023 update for the SUV brings in a mild hybrid system and a handful of additional features. 

Exterior 

The 2023 XC40 features an R-Design radiator grille, full-LED headlights, Thor Hammer’s-shaped daytime running lights, L-shaped rear LED lights, 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, black skid plates, outside rear-view mirrors, and roof rails. In addition, it is offered in five paint options: Sage Green, Onyx Black, Fusion Red, Crystal White, and Fjord Blue. Regarding features, Volvo has bestowed it with adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, BLIS with rear-cross traffic alert, pilot assist, and oncoming lane mitigation. 

Interior 

The cabin of the XC40 is available in two interior tones: Charcoal interior/leather upholstery and Charcoal/Blond interior with Blond leather upholstery. What’s more? Volvo offers a 12-inch driver display, nine-inch Android-based touchscreen infotainment, powered front seats with memory function for the driver seat, a wireless charging pad, 13-speaker, 600-watt Harman Kardon sound system, and a handcrafted crystal gear stick. 

Engine and transmission 

Powering the Volvo XC40 is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 48V mild hybrid functionality. This motor produces 194bhp and 300Nm of torque and is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. It can go from zero to 100kmph in 8.4 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 180kmph.