Video Summary
- The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Plus Extended Range is the focus of the review.- Volvo Recharge products turn off when the driver exits.
- There is no on/off button in Volvo Recharge cars.
- The video doesn't show the headlights and taillights on, due to the power-off feature.
- New for 2024 is a single motor variant, with rear-wheel drive that increases the range.
- Two new exterior color options for the 2024 models include Cloud Blue and Vapour Grey.
- There are updated wheel options on the Core and Plus trim levels.
- The test car has optional $350 pixel LED headlights and standard automatic high beams, LED daytime running lights, LED turn signals, and LED fog lights with cornering.
- A body-colored grille panel with the Volvo logo is located in the center.
- The forward-facing camera works with the standard 360-degree view camera system.
- The outer grills are gloss black and the lower grill is satin black, and the front fascia is satin black.
- It has a small front trunk, enough for a small backpack.
- The car lacks a spare tire, but a tire inflator kit is available.
- 6.9 inches of ground clearance.
- Mirror caps have a gloss black finish, they are heated, power folding, and auto-dimming.
- Blind spot monitoring is found on the upper corners of the sideview mirrors.
- The wheels are 20" 5-Spoke Black Diamond Cut Wheels and the tires are Pirelli Scorpion Zero A/S Tires
- The 475 dollar protection package has all-weather floor mats, a first aid kit, and a cargo tray.
- It is equipped with an 82 kWh battery pack that works with a single rear electric motor.
- Output is 248 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque with a single-speed transmission.
- Acceleration is 0-60 in 6.9 seconds.
- Range is 293 miles with RWD
- Dual-zone climate control is standard.
- A $1000 climate package adds a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and a heat pump.
- The 9-inch Google-based infotainment system has wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- For 2024, dual motors used new rear electric motor, and all of the new models are very well insulated.
- With the plus trim the price is $59,650
