Inovev plans 20,000 units a year for the new Volvo XC40 electric
- A few weeks after introducing the plug-in hybrid version of its XC40 compact SUV (C-segment), the Swedish firm Volvo (owned by Chinese Geely) has unveiled the 100% electric version, called XC40 Recharge (curious name because the Plug-In version recharges too).
- The XC40 Recharge thus becomes the first mass-produced vehicle of the brand to be marketed with an electric motor (the old electric C30 has only known a confidential broadcast). It is also the first model to be available in both the thermal version, the hybrid version and the electric version.
- The Swedish manufacturer has indicated that in 2025 its global sales should be provided 50% by 100% electric vehicles and 50% by plug-in hybrid vehicles.
- The electric version of the XC40 is recognizable by its closed grille. This model was developed on the modular platform of the Polestar 2, 100% electric sedan belonging to the Geely group.
- It announces a power of 408ch spread over 4 driving wheels, allowing a range of 400km according to the WLTP cycle. That's twice the autonomy of the new Mazda MX30 SUV, which is its direct competitor.
- The XC40 Refill should be manufactured at the Belgian site in Ghent, at a rate of 20,000 units per year according to Inovev.
- But it should also be made in China, for the needs of the local market.
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