Volvo Car UK has opened orders for its updated 40 series electric vehicle range. The EX40 model starts at £43 860, while the EC40 is priced from £45 860. The facelift includes exterior design changes such as a redesigned front bumper, new bonnet, updated wings, and Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED headlights with 15-segment technology.
The manufacturer has introduced a new naming convention for its electric powertrains, now designated as P5 Electric, P5 Long Range, and P8 Performance AWD. The top-tier variant now provides 325 kW of output, an increase from the previous 300 kW. This power is distributed between a 135 kW front motor and a 190 kW rear motor.
The entry-level P5 Electric variant features improved range due to motor efficiency upgrades. The EX40 in P5 Long Range Plus trim offers a range of up to 345 miles, while the EC40 in P5 Long Range Plus Pro trim reaches up to 359 miles. Both models are available with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations.
Alongside the electric lineup, the XC40 is now available with B3 and B4 mild-hybrid petrol engines paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The B3 Core specification starts at £37 710. Customers can choose from Core, Plus, Plus Pro, Ultra, and Ultra Pro trim levels depending on the selected powertrain.
