LONDON: The Volvo XC40, EX40 and EC40 get significant updates, ranging from exterior and interior design to infotainment, advanced driver assistance and active safety.
The new design of the Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED headlights is one of the most eye-catching updates, with a refined take on the iconic light signature.
There is also an upgraded grille and redesigned front bumper, bonnet and front wings.
At the rear, the XC40 and EX40 feature new LED rear lights, an upgraded tailgate, and a redesigned rear bumper, while the EC40 retains its distinctive rear design.
The XC40 also comes with new 18-inch, 19-inch and 20-inch diamond cut wheels.
“By enhancing the design, technology and safety features of our 40 series cars’, we've created the best versions of our 40 series yet,” says Volvo Cars 30 and 40 series interim lead Akhil Krishnan.
“These already popular models are now set to continue being among our best-selling cars for years to come.”
The interior is upgraded with a new, larger and crisper 11.2-inch screen.
The updated screen makes interacting with the car faster and easier, with fewer taps needed to access key functions.
Featuring Google Gemini, the next-generation AI assistant from Google, the new 40 series models are cars you can have a natural conversation with.
The interior gets an updated wireless phone charger.
The cabin updates also include new premium upholstery and decor options.
For the first time, XC40 customers can opt for Arianne Cardamom leather upholstery paired with Brown Ash wood decor elements across the interior.
The car also features refined cabin illumination plus the option of Black Ash or aluminium decor.
Meanwhile, if a potential collision is detected, the cars can respond in real time, warning the driver or stepping in to help avoid or reduce the impact.
Whether steering around danger with automatic emergency steering or braking instantly with automatic emergency braking, it’s designed to help choose the safest action in the moment.
With new front and corner radars, a new front camera, new rear corner radars, 12 new ultrasonic sensors and new parking cameras, the car gains a more comprehensive view of its surroundings.
The upgraded platform also enables several new and upgraded safety and driver support functions:
- Door Opening Alert helps protect cyclists and other road users by warning occupants before opening the door into passing traffic.
- The optional Pilot Assist is expanded with lane change assist and refined to follow the road more smoothly, providing added support and comfort on longer journeys.
- The optional 360 camera is upgraded to a 3D view that makes parking and low‑speed manoeuvres easier.
