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Increased range, RWD version possible

Volvo has revealed early details on improved single-engine versions of its most affordable electric cars, the Top up XC40 and Recharge C40 crossover, so far not sold in the US

Both vehicles get some fundamental changes below. Until now they have come with front wheel drive. Now, by switching that single-engine layout to rear-wheel drive and adopting a new engine, range and efficiency have been dramatically increased.

Volvo says these cars mark the first time the brand offers a rear-wheel drive variant in 25 years.

Volvo C40 Recharge 2023 refurbished (international specifications)

Volvo C40 Recharge 2023 refurbished (international specifications)

According to the automaker, the new engine, which makes 248 hp with a larger 78 kWh (usable) battery that US models have received so far, was developed in-house at Volvo Cars, according to the automaker.

Volvo notes that the 0-100 km/h acceleration for the single engine remains at 7.4 seconds compared to the official times of 4.9 and 4.7 seconds for the twin-engine XC40 and C40, respectively. corresponding. Top speed is also unchanged at 112 mph.

These Volvo EVs still use the company’s CMA platform, with some components shared with the Polestar 2—although Polestar is transitioning to using its own propulsion components. Volvo’s then-CTO at the time, Henrik Green, launched the Green Car Report for the idea that Volvo has flexibility to create either front- or rear-wheel drive models. At least for now, Polestar 2 . single-engine versions front wheel drive.

Preliminary specifications of the refurbished Volvo XC40, C40 2024 - Volvo Cars

Preliminary specifications of the refurbished Volvo XC40, C40 2024 – Volvo Cars

The two-engine four-wheel-drive versions of the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge are also receiving updates, including a 245-hp version of this engine in the rear, plus a new 157-hp induction motor. on the front wheel. With battery cooling improvements, new low-traction wheels, and other improvements, potential versions of the single-engine XC40 in the U.S. could achieve a 270-mile EPA range, while the C40 and touch up to 275 miles.

Volvo XC40 Recharge 2023 refurbished (international specifications)

Volvo XC40 Recharge 2023 refurbished (international specifications)

Volvo Cars USA could not comment on the timeline for these models, but the company stressed that these are not official EPA numbers.

Vehicles will also charge faster. DC fast charging capacity has been increased to 200 kW in models with that larger battery pack, and Volvo says a 10-80% charge takes about 28 minutes.

Volvo notes these changes compared to the “coming model year”. Currently, 2023 model year versions of these cars are on sale in the US, so expect this range increase for the 2024 model year.

With rear-wheel drive and a wider range, when will single-engine versions of these Volvo EVs be likely to arrive in the US, rather than just dual-engine versions? Volvo is yet to say, but considering how important the EV range is, place your bets soon.



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