Motoring

Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Australian pricing : One spec only – $76,990

Volvo’s first fully electric car will launch in Australia later this year and there’s no options to choose, no specifications to mull over, just the one Luxury spec which will set you back $76,990.

It’s an all-wheel drive mid-sized SUV with over 400km of range, and all the safety you’d expect from Volvo of course.

For those who keep tabs, the 0-100 time is 4.9 seconds, which actually makes this one of the snappiest Volvos ever made.

While 418km range isn’t industry leading by any measure, it’s also capable of fast charging, 0-80% in 40 minutes.

The Volvo XC40 will also be a fundamental change for owners in every way, there’s no key to insert, no stop/start button – you just get in – buckle your seatbelt and drive.

As part of the total re-invention of Volvo the XC40 is the first car in Australia to come with Google’s Android infotainment operating system with Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store built in.

The XC40 will hit Australia by the end of the year, the price isn’t low, but it’s certainly appealing and competitive for those currently in the market for a Tesla Model 3.

The list of features is extensive in the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure:

Stylish Exterior and Interior
300kW / 660Nm
All Wheel Drive
Dynamic Chassis
20” 5V Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
Harmon Kardon Premium Sound System
9” Centre Screen Display
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
Smart Telephone Integration
Wireless device mirroring, Android Auto and CarPlay
Speech function
Inductive charging for smartphones
City Safety
Collision Warning and Mitigation, Front and Rear
Park Assist, Front and Rear with Camera
Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert
Adaptive Cruise Control, Pilot Assist and Lane Keeping Aid
360-degree camera
Parking assistance, front and rear
Hill start assist and Hill Descent Control
Keyless Entry and Hands-Free tailgate
Electronic Folding Exterior Mirrors
Auto Dimming Internal and External Mirrors
LED Headlight System
Cutting Edge interior Décor inlays
2 Zone Climate Control System
Leather Accented Seating
Heated front seats
Heated rear seats
Front and rear carpet mats
Power Folding Rear Headrests

We can’t wait to get behind the wheel.

Trevor Long

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