Volvo UK launches refreshed XC40, EX40, EC40, XC90

Volvo Car UK has opened order books for a mid-cycle refresh of its 40 series compact crossovers and for a new long-range version of the XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid. The country division reported 18,991 UK registrations in the third quarter, up nearly 6 percent year-on-year and including a September sales record.

40 series design and interior updates

Volvo says the refreshed XC40, EX40 and EC40 'feature significant design, technology and safety enhancements' and present 'a more confident interpretation of Volvo's Scandinavian design language.' All three receive reworked front bumpers, hoods and front wings, an upgraded grille and new Thor's Hammer Matrix LED headlights with 15-segment adaptive lighting technology. The XC40 and EX40 also get new LED rear lights, a revised tailgate and a redesigned rear bumper; the EC40 rear remains unchanged. The XC40 offers new diamond-cut alloy wheels in 18-, 19- and 20-inch sizes.

The cabin updates are shared across the three models and include an 11.2-inch centre touchscreen running Volvo's latest user interface, an improved wireless phone charger, premium upholstery and trim options, enhanced storage and refined cabin illumination. XC40 customers can choose Arianne Cardamom leather with Brown Ash wood. Google Gemini, Google's conversational AI assistant, is available on the refreshed 40 series.

Powertrains, range and vehicle technology

The ICE XC40 is offered with B3 and B4 gasoline mild-hybrid engines paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The EX40 EV is available in P5 Long Range Plus specification with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and a quoted range of up to 354 miles. The EC40 coupe-SUV uses the same RWD P5 Long Range Plus for single-motor versions but switches to the P8 specification for AWD, with a quoted range of up to 359 miles.

Volvo also states the 40 series gains an updated sensor and software platform that includes new radar and camera hardware plus 12 ultrasonic sensors. These changes underpin the revised safety and driver assistance features across the refreshed models.

UK pricing and XC90 T8 Long Range

Volvo Car UK provided on-the-road starting prices for the refreshed models and the updated XC90. Order books are open now.

• XC40 from £37,710
• EX40 from £43,860
• EC40 from £45,860
• XC90 B5 mild hybrid from £66,270
• XC90 T8 Long Range plug-in hybrid from £75,765

The XC90 T8 Long Range is presented as the flagship CUV with a new long-range hybrid powertrain offering up to 101 miles of electric range. Volvo quotes a combined output of 461 horsepower for the T8 Long Range and a 0-62 mph time of 5.2 seconds. The XC90 continues to offer seven seats, an 11.2-inch centre touchscreen with the latest Volvo interface, quilted Nordico and ventilated Nappa leather options, and the same Google Gemini assistant available on the 40 series.

Safety and driver assistance on the XC90

Volvo highlights the XC90's safety and assistance equipment, which includes Pilot Assist, adaptive cruise control, Blind Spot Information System with Steer Assist, City Safety with automatic braking and Automatic Matrix LED headlights with adaptive shadow technology. These systems are presented as part of the model's updated specification for the UK market.