The All-Electric Future of Volvo Cars
A few years ago, Volvo Cars announced that the Volvo electric vehicle lineup would expand over the remainder of this decade, with the ultimate goal being that Volvo Cars will sell only electric cars by 2030. The company believes that legislation, consumer education, and rapidly expanding electric charging infrastructure will drive widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) during the intervening years, making this a reasonable business approach. We've seen this expansion playing out in Alpharetta, GA, over the last few years.
Volvo Cars does not plan to switch from having a mix of hybrid and electric cars to an all-electric lineup overnight. The company will instead release more electric cars as the years go on, increasing their role in the Volvo electric vehicle lineup until they stand alone by 2030. As of this writing, the Volvo XC40 Recharge and Volvo C40 Recharge are the company's two all-electric cars. In the next year or so, we'll get the three-row Volvo EX90 and the subcompact Volvo EX30.
The Bold New Volvo XC40 Recharge
Performance and Features
Every new Volvo XC40 Recharge is powered by a dual-motor powertrain. It comprises a 75.0-kWh battery and a pair of electric motors. One is affixed to the front of the car and the other to the back; this allows drivers near Atlanta, GA, to enjoy all-wheel drive. The electric architecture outputs 402 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque. The 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge can leap from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. Your loved ones and friends will be stunned by the performance of your new luxury EV.
The refined Volvo XC40 Recharge offers impressive creature comforts alongside its dynamic performance. Every model has heated front seats, a 9-inch touch screen for controlling music and navigation, and a slew of safety features. The suite of safety technology includes:
- Lane-keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts
- Road sign information system
- Parking assistance technology
Range and Charging
The 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge can travel up to an EPA-estimated 223 miles on a single charge.1 This is an impressive range, allowing you to run errands in Alpharetta, GA, all day without needing to stop to plug in your vehicle. Most of the time, you'll travel far fewer than 223 miles in a given day, making it easy to take your car home, plug it in, and be ready for another day of driving.
When you do have a long distance to travel, you'll find that the Volvo XC40 Recharge is ready to go. The vehicle can be recharged from 10% to 80% in just 37 minutes at a DC fast charging station. You'll find many of these publically available in Atlanta, GA, and more broadly. If you plug your vehicle into a 240-volt outlet, which can be found in many existing homes, you can go from 0% to 100% in eight hours.
Design Elements
Volvo Cars has decades of experience designing luxury vehicles; it shows in the cabin of the 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge. The interior is upholstered in an easy-to-clean and cruelty-free Microtech and textile fabric partially made of recycled plastics. You'll enjoy the conveniences built-in to the front armrest, which include a removable trash receptacle. Interior high-level illumination welcomes you into the car's cabin, making your new home-away-from-home feel warm and welcoming.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge features decor that depicts the Abisko region in northern Sweden. The backlit, three-dimensional decor joins with the interior illumination to offer a reassuring glow in your cabin. The vehicle features a number of other interior conveniences, including a folding bag hook, a sculpted gear selector, and a premium eight-speaker sound system. The mid- and top-tier models in our all Volvo XC40 inventory have even more impressive cabins.
The Sleek New Volvo C40 Recharge
The All-Electric Fastback
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge is based on the same electric architecture as the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The vehicle relies on the same battery-and-motor system and enjoys the same impressive horsepower and torque ratings. Drivers in Alpharetta, GA, may wonder: what's the difference between the Volvo XC40 Recharge and Volvo C40 Recharge?
The Volvo C40 Recharge boasts a sleek fastback design that cuts quite a figure on the roads and highways in our region. This contrasts with the Volvo XC40, which has a more traditional, boxier SUV design. The entry-level model also comes with a laminated panoramic moonroof, a feature that only comes on the mid-and top-tier Volvo XC40 Recharge models. The vehicle also gets an EPA-estimated 226 miles on a single charge,1 slightly more than the 223 on the Volvo XC40 Recharge.1
Design Elements
One of the major differences between the two vehicles in the Volvo electric vehicle lineup is interior dimensions. The fastback design of the Volvo C40 Recharge offers 39.4 inches of front headroom and 40.9 inches of front legroom. Backseat riders will enjoy 36.7 inches and 36.1 inches in each respective category. The front seat occupants of the Volvo XC40 Recharge, by contrast, get 37.6 inches of headroom and 40.9 inches of legroom, while second-row passengers get 38.3 inches of headroom and 36.1 inches of legroom.
The fastback design of the Volvo C40 Recharge does come with less storage space. The fastback can stow 15 cubic feet worth of cargo with the back seats up and has 49 cubic feet with them lowered. The Volvo XC40 Recharge, on the other hand, can fit 16 cubic feet of belongings in the trunk area and 57.5 cubic feet of items with the back row folded down.
The Volvo Cars Electric Innovation
One of the most appealing reasons to purchase a new Volvo EV for sale is that Volvo Cars has done such a compelling job of improving battery and charging technology. With driving ranges in the hundreds of miles and blazing-fast charging times, Volvo EVs are a great investment for folks near Atlanta, GA. Recently, the company announced a partnership with Northvolt to build a new generation of batteries. Volvo Cars will now have access to the EV batteries needed to power the rise of the Volvo electric vehicle lineup.
Charging infrastructure continues to expand, making it easy to refill your battery at public charging stations. You can also plug your Volvo charging cable into many standard outlets, allowing for charging in a variety of places. Some drivers, however, will want a dedicated home charging station. This is the best thing for the longevity of your electric vehicle. Volvo Cars has partnered with Qmerit to handle the installation of Level 2 home chargers. The friendly team here at North Point Volvo Cars can help you sign up for installation.
We also have a Volvo charging station here at our dealership in Alpharetta, GA. Whether you need some juice, want to test drive one of our mild-hybrid vehicles, or discuss vehicle financing, we look forward to hosting you at our store. Our experts can detail the whole Volvo electric vehicle lineup to help you decide which of the vehicles in our all-new inventory is the best match for you and your loved ones. Visit us today to test drive the Volvo XC40 Recharge or Volvo C40 Recharge.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Volvo Cars ensure the safety of its electric vehicles?
Volvo Cars has done extensive testing to ensure that electric cars are safe, as have regulators. Volvo electric automobiles are not reported to catch on fire at random, as are some other well-known electric vehicles. New Volvo cars also come with an impressive array of standard safety features, including blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts, lane-keeping assistance, and parking technology.
Does Volvo offer hybrid vehicles as well?
The Volvo lineup includes mild hybrid vehicles, plug-in hybrid cars, and all-electric automobiles. As of the 2023 model year, Volvo Cars does not sell any gasoline-only cars – only hybrids and electric automobiles. This is part of the company's strategy to begin selling more and more electric vehicles, with the goal of not selling any gasoline-powered cars by 2030.
How long does it take to charge a Volvo electric vehicle?
Charging times depend on many factors, including temperature, the condition of your battery, and the type of connection one is using. That said, at a DC fast charger, you can go from 10% to 80% charge in less than an hour. With a 240-volt outlet, you can go from 0% to 100% in about eight hours for easy overnight charging.
1Anticipated range is according to WLTP and EPA driving cycles and real-world range may vary.
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