Volvo Car UK has opened order books for its refreshed 40 series, bringing updated design, a revised naming structure and a higher-output range-topping electric variant to the UK market. The line-up includes the fully electric EX40 and EC40 as well as the XC40, which is offered with petrol mild-hybrid engines. On-the-road prices start at £43,860 for the EX40 and £45,860 for the EC40, while the XC40 begins at £37,710 in B3 Core specification.
The refreshed models adopt what Volvo describes as a more confident interpretation of its Scandinavian design language. Changes include redesigned front bumpers, bonnet and front wings, an updated grille and new Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED headlights. The 15-segment lighting technology is intended to adapt the beam to road conditions while avoiding dazzle for oncoming drivers, according to the carmaker.
Revised names and powertrains
Volvo has also introduced a new naming structure for the electric models. The former Single and Twin Motor variants are now called P5 Electric, P5 Long Range and P8 Performance AWD, mirroring the smaller EX30. The top-tier variant produces 325 kW, up from 300 kW, with a 135 kW front motor and a 190 kW rear motor.
The entry-level P5 Electric variant offers slightly improved range compared with the previous base EX40, Volvo says, because of more efficient electric motors. The EX40 is available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, while the EC40 is offered with rear-wheel drive or P8 all-wheel drive.
UK pricing and range
The EX40 starts at £43,860 on the road in P5 Long Range Plus specification and has a range of up to 345 miles. The EC40 starts at £45,860 in P5 Long Range Plus Pro specification and offers up to 359 miles.
For buyers choosing the petrol mild-hybrid XC40, the model is available with B3 and B4 engines, both paired with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. Pricing starts at £37,710 on the road for the B3 Core, and the XC40 is offered across Core, Plus, Plus Pro, Ultra and Ultra Pro trims, depending on powertrain.
The XC40 B3 Core is therefore the lowest-priced entry in the revised range, while the electric EX40 and EC40 are positioned above it. The EX40’s quoted 345-mile range applies to the P5 Long Range Plus version, and the EC40’s 359-mile figure applies to the P5 Long Range Plus Pro version.
The update centers on design revisions, a new naming structure and powertrain adjustments across the 40 series range. The fully electric models receive the new P5 and P8 badges, while the XC40 continues with B3 and B4 mild-hybrid petrol engines.