Volvo Car XC40 Recharge
Electric compact SUV · 4W · Launched 2022
₹56.90 Lakh
≈ ₹56.90 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
418 km
Battery
78 kWh
Top speed
180 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
408 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Volvo's first all-electric SUV globally. Google built-in, 408 bhp AWD, and Volvo's legendary safety — the safest luxury EV globally.
Best for
Safety-first luxury buyers who want the most protected EV on real-world roads
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Safest luxury EV — Volvo safety DNA
- 408 bhp AWD — seriously fast
- Google built-in — best infotainment
- Pilot Assist is excellent
−Cons
- — premium pricing
- 175mm GC — low
- Boot space just 419L
- Heavy at 2,188 kg
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Full troubleshooting guide
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Step-by-step fixes for the 5 most-reported faults, with difficulty + cost ratings. Written by ev.care's DIYguru-certified technicians.
Read the full guideImportant: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Volvo Car in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Google infotainment doesn't support all Indian apps initially
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Tyre costs are high
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — Volvo Car has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Volvo Car XC40 Recharge in Australia
- 1Range: the 418 km figure quoted in Australia is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
- 2Charging: a 78 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways — this model does 10-80% in 28 min (150kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
- 4Climate: Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
- 5Fit: the Volvo Car XC40 Recharge is ideal for metro driving; for outback or interstate trips, check the DC fast-charging network first.
The Volvo Car XC40 Recharge for Australia buyers
What this EV means in Australia — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Australia
The Volvo Car XC40 Recharge is rated at 418 km on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
Charging
Plan around CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways. The 78 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
Climate & real-world range
Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Australia eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 78 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 418 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 28 min (150kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 408 bhp |
| Torque | 660 Nm |
| Motor type | Dual PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2188 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 419 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Volvo Car XC40 Recharge scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Safety-first luxury buyers who want the most protected EV on real-world roads. Key strength: safest luxury ev — volvo safety dna. Main consideration: — premium pricing.
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