The all-new Volvo XC40 2018 crossover has been unveiled by the Swedish automaker. See the characteristics and parameters of the new item.
The Swedish automaker, creating a new model, primarily focused on the elegance and practicality of the car. Rounding off this look are the numerous modern features of the Volvo XC40 crossover.
September 21 this year was marked by the fact that a new model of the Volvo XC40 crossover from the Swedish company was presented to the world. The presentation, as planned, took place in the Italian city of Milan. Representatives are positioning this crossover as a completely new and distinctive model among other car ranges. The release of the new compact Volvo XC40 2018 put an end to the creation of new SUVs for the Swedish company. As expected, the appearance of the new Volvo XC40 is somewhat similar to the previous models, namely the XC60 and XC90. However, the Volvo XC40 crossover has such special features as a taller and more stylish body, along with a more vertical position.
The exterior of the Volvo XC40 2018 crossover features a dynamic high-gloss black grille and an impressive front end. Also in the small crossover, you can see the characteristics of the Concept 40.1 experimental car, which was unveiled last year by the Swedish company.
The crossover Volvo XC40 2018 also takes the championship in size. So, its length is 4425 mm, while the width is 1863 mm. The height of this model reaches 1652 mm. In terms of dimensions, the crossover can to some extent be compared with its main competitors BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA. The wheelbase of the car is 2702 mm. This figure is ahead of all previous 40 series models.
The interior of the Volvo XC40 2018, made of high-quality and genuine leather, matches the stylish appearance. It features a state-of-the-art premium multimedia system with navigation and a virtual instrument cluster, as well as other essential attributes of a modern car. In addition, the owner of the Volvo XC40 2018 will delight such devices as a bag holder, a trash compartment under the car seats, as well as a separate compartment for a smartphone that includes a charger.
Swedish cars are considered to be the safest cars in the world. Their design and safety system are designed to preserve the life and health of every driver. So, in the Volvo XC40 2018 crossover there is a City Safety system, designed to reduce accidents in the city, it works at speeds from 3 to 30 km / h. It includes the well-known Pilot Assist system, Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) when moving in the lateral direction, as well as a camera with a full all-round view. In addition, the new Volvo XC40 2018 is equipped with 8 airbags, light and rain sensors, parking sensors and a system that allows the car to move uphill. The innovations of the compact crossover Volvo XC40 2018 do not end there. The company introduced a new Care system. This subscription service makes life much easier for the car owner. So, with the help of this system, it is possible to carry out service, cleaning, washing, as well as refueling the crossover. Volvo XC40 2018 is equipped with a special numeric key that will enable other people to use the car. However, this system will not be available in all countries.
The Volvo XC40 2018 is the first car built on the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) platform. This platform was created with the help of the Chinese car manufacturer Geely Automobile Holdings Limited. According to company representatives, this platform will serve as the basis for further 40-series vehicles. The Volvo XC40 crossover will be offered with three suspension options: adaptive, sporty and standard. Also, the choice is offered and the type of drive: full and front. There is a Control Blade multi-link suspension at the rear, and McPherson at the front.
On the technical side, it became known that at the beginning, the engine of the Volvo XC40 2018 crossover will be represented by a four-cylinder 2.0-liter Drive-E unit. The D4 diesel engine produces 190 horsepower, while the T5 gasoline engine produces 247 horsepower. The moment of force of the first is 400 Nm, of the second - 350 Nm. Over time, the manufacturer will provide hybrid and all-electric engines with three cylinders.
The production of Volvo XC40 2018 crossovers will be carried out in the Belgian city of Ghent and the Chinese city of Luqiao. Already, you can place an order for the Volvo XC40 crossover, and the first ready-made models will be presented in November.
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