{"id":766106,"date":"2026-09-10T11:50:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T11:50:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/766106\/"},"modified":"2026-09-10T11:50:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T11:50:10","slug":"new-look-for-volvo-xc40-after-nine-years-on-sale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/766106\/","title":{"rendered":"New look for Volvo XC40 after nine years on sale"},"content":{"rendered":"

Volvo has revealed a facelift for the XC40<\/a> and its siblings, introducing updated exteriors, interiors and revised tech, nearly nine years after the model line was introduced.<\/p>\n

The mild-hybrid petrol XC40\u00a0and\u00a0EX40<\/a> and EC40<\/a> EVs\u00a0have received a \u201creimagined\u201d front-end design, with everything forward of the A-pillars being new.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Changes include new front wings, a new bonnet and a new front bumper, introducing a cleaner look to bring the 40 series closer in line with newer models like the EX60<\/a> and EX90<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This marks the first time the 40 series has received a significant styling update during its unusually long time on sale.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Despite being around for almost a decade, the crossovers continue to be vital for the Swedish brand:\u00a0the XC40 was its second best-selling ICE model in 2025, behind the XC60, while\u00a0the EX40 and EC40 ranked second and third among its EVs.<\/p>\n

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The new models also receive revised LED matrix headlights, which incorporate Volvo\u2019s signature \u2018Thor\u2019s Hammer\u2019 design.<\/p>\n

From the front, the only visual difference between the petrol and electric models is in the front grille, which is blanked off on the EVs.<\/p>\n

Updates have also been made to the rear of the XC40 and EX40:\u00a0new LED lights, a new bumper and a new tailgate. The EC40’s rear remains unchanged.<\/p>\n

Several new options will also be available, including new 18in, 19in and 20in wheels on the XC40, as well as a selection of new exterior paint\u00a0colours.<\/p>\n

Inside, a larger\u00a0(11.2in) touchscreen arrives featuring Volvo\u2019s latest infotainment system, as featured in its most recent EVs.<\/p>\n

Volvo is adopting a homogenous approach to infotainment across its range, wanting its customers to be able to work the system in each model without having to relearn how anything works.<\/p>\n

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