Volvo Electric Cars Increase Driving Range by 50 km with Model Year Update

[Fuel Efficiency AtoZ] Volvo 2024 C40 Recharge

Volvo has increased the driving range by more than 50 km with the model year update (2024 model) of its first dedicated electric vehicle, the C40 Recharge. The newly released Twin Ultimate trim uses a 78 kWh battery and a high-performance dual electric motor with 408 horsepower. By updating the software, it replaced the previously identical 204-horsepower motors used on the front and rear axles with two different e-motors producing 150 and 258 horsepower respectively.

While maintaining the total performance of 408 horsepower, the driving range per charge increased from 365 km to 407 km (combined standard). The energy efficiency also improved from 4.1 km per kWh to 4.6 km per kWh. Charging time was also reduced by about 6 minutes compared to the previous model year, supporting faster charging from 10% to 80% in 34 minutes (based on 150 kW DC).

Volvo 2024 C40 Recharge

Despite the increased driving range and the adoption of next-generation digital connectivity, the official domestic selling price is 68.65 million KRW (after reflecting eco-friendly tax benefits, excluding subsidies), which is cheaper than the US market (approximately 82.12 million KRW) and the UK (approximately 107.39 million KRW).

For the first time among imported cars, the integrated vehicle infotainment service jointly developed with T Map Mobility through a 30 billion KRW investment has also evolved. It allows voice commands for navigation, music, phone calls, text messages, and key vehicle function settings. Using Seoul’s next-generation intelligent transportation system, it can also provide real-time signal information, remaining signal time, and optimal intersection crossing speed.

2024 C40 Recharge Interior

Previously, electric vehicle functions included destination search with estimated remaining battery and driving range guidance, automatic recommendation of nearby charging stations and route setting, and detailed battery monitoring. Now, an EV-specific feature has been added that allows real-time checking of the number of available chargers at nearby electric vehicle charging stations, the number of vehicles heading to those stations, and on-site images of the charging stations. Payment methods, which vary by operator, will be unified, and in-car payment for charging fees will also be introduced within this year.

Various safety features remain unchanged. The advanced driver assistance system, composed of radar, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors, includes safe distance and lane keeping, rear active brake that detects risks during rear collisions, and road departure mitigation functions. Volvo’s pure electric Recharge models sold 64,764 units from January to July this year, an increase of 172% compared to the same period last year.

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