The XC40 Recharge is distinguished from gasoline XC40 models by a blanked-off grille, subtle “Recharge” badging, and model-specific alloy wheels (19-inch wheels are standard, 20-inch wheels are optional). Gasoline XC40 models are also available with a white contrasting roof, for a slightly retro look. It also fits in nicely with the rest of the current Volvo lineup, thanks to familial styling cues like “Thor’s Hammer” LED headlights and a simple oval grille.
The XC40 has more traditional SUV styling than most other small luxury crossovers, with a tall, flat, roof and upright rear hatch. While the gasoline XC40 is available in three trim levels-Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription-with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the Recharge is only offered in a single trim level, with standard AWD. Since the Recharge is the main new thing for the 2021 XC40, that’s what we focused on for this review. These changes don’t apply to gasoline 2021 XC40 models, but Volvo does plan to add the Android operating system to more vehicles in the future.
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In addition to that zero-emission powertrain, the Recharge gets an Android-based operating system, over-the-air (OTA) software update capability for all vehicle systems, and some updates to driver-assist tech. It’s also priced similar to high-end versions of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, although the two electric crossovers have somewhat different philosophies. With its electric powertrain, the Recharge is a de facto Tesla Model Y competitor. The Recharge will be sold alongside gasoline versions of the XC40, which carry over largely unchanged, and compete against small luxury crossovers like the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class, and Lexus UX.
The 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge is the Swedish automaker’s first mass-market electric vehicle, in fact. Introduced for the 2019 model year, the Volvo XC40 enters 2021 with one major change-the addition of an all-electric powertrain option.
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