Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40 is the Swedish automaker’s most affordable SUV for India. With the launch of the new Volvo XC40, the company now has an SUV for every segment that is entry-level, midsize and full-size. The Volvo XC40 comes based on the company’s new CMA platform. The cabin of the new Volvo XC40 gets a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other notable features of this SUV include wireless charging, Harmon Kardon music system and more. Out of the three variants sold internationally, India only gets the R-Design trim. The new Volvo XC40 is available for sale in India at a price of Rs 39.9 lakh (ex-showroom). At this price point, the SUV challenges the likes of Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Volvo XC40 Car Key Features
Thor-hammer styled headlamps
Wireless charging facility
Multiple radar based safety functions
Pros
- Competitive price
- Best-in-segment safety features
- Modern and stylish looks
Cons
- No heads up display
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Volvo XC40 Exterior
The new Volvo XC40 is based on Volvo’s new CMA platform. Thanks to the new platform, the XC40 does not look like a shrink version of the XC60 and XC90. The front end of the SUV gets Thor hammer style headlamps while the rear has vertically stacked tail lamps that look appealing. Overall, the Volvo XC40 looks premium and follows the company’s traditional design language.
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Volvo XC40 Interior
Step inside the cabin of the Volvo XC40 and you will feel that the premiumness has not taken a back seat despite XC40 being Volvo’s most affordable SUV offering. The steering wheel and the gear knob come wrapped in high quality leather. You also get Harmon Kardon audio system along with wireless charging facility. The contrasting red highlights inside the cabin makes the Volvo XC40 a really nice place to be in.
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Volvo XC40 Engine
Volvo XC40 is offered in India in a single engine option only. The 2.0-litre D4 diesel engine is good for churning out a maximum power of 190 hp while the peak torque output is rated at 400 Nm. A petrol version might be introduced at a later stage.
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Volvo XC40 Transmission
Gearbox on the new Volvo XC40 is an eight-speed automatic transmission. The smooth operation ensures a perfect driving experience.
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Volvo XC40 Braking and Safety
Volvo XC40 is the safest SUV in the segment as it comes with multiple radar based drive assist functions. These inlcude blind spot warning, lane keep assist, parking assist and more. The SUV also gets seven airbags that takes safety to a new level.
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Volvo XC40 Mileage
The Volvo XC40 returns a fuel efficiency of close to 17 kmpl which is quite decent for an SUV of this category.
