Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.
Economy
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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).
This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.
The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.
An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.
This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.
Fast Charge ⚡
The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.
Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.
Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).
The C40 Recharge is an electric SUV coupe. It is available in single and dual motor variants and is based on the Compact Modular Architecture shared with the Volvo XC40 and Polestar 2.
The C40 has a unique sloping rear hatch and stretched segmented rear taillights. It is also the first model from Volvo to be completely leather-free. The top-spec Recharge Twin has a microtech and textile interior with backlit map panels on the dashboard and door cards.
Volvo C40 Recharge
2023→
Range
438kms
Battery
67kWh
Price
$87,900
Body Type
Seats
Length
Width
Height
Weight
Boot Space
Frunk
Medium SUV
5
4440 mm
1873 mm
1596 mm
2001 kg
419 L / 1205 L
31 L
0-100 km/h
Top speed
Power
Drive
Battery
Tow
7.4 s
160 km/h
170 kW
FWD
69 kWh / 67 kWh
750 kg / 1500 kg
Highway range
Running cost
AC charge (max)
DC charge (max)
Economy
V2L
337 km
$5.46/100 km
11 kW
136 kW
6.5 km/kWh
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Volvo C40 Recharge Twin
2023→
Range
451kms
Battery
75kWh
Price
$100,900
Body Type
Seats
Length
Width
Height
Weight
Boot Space
Frunk
Medium SUV
5
4440 mm
1873 mm
1596 mm
2154 kg
419 L / 1205 L
31 L
0-100 km/h
Top speed
Power
Drive
Battery
Tow
🔥 4.7 s
180 km/h
300 kW
AWD
78 kWh / 75 kWh
750 kg / 1800 kg
Highway range
Running cost
AC charge (max)
DC charge (max)
Economy
V2L
347 km
$6.24/100 km
11 kW
149 kW
6 km/kWh
-
Dual motor.
Volvo C40 Recharge Reviews
Vehicle reviews by NZ reviewers.
DriveLife
2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Plus | Electric Car Review
"The design is iconically Volvo, and the interior is as comfy as the Swedish future gets. There is a great level of tech and market-leading safety features. The 78Kwh battery provides a super-practical 451km range. If you're looking for a mid-sized EV for a couple of small families, the C40 Recharge is something you need to try, especially if you want to stand out from the crowds of Teslas on the road these days."
"The Volvo C40 Recharge is a great crossover and a giant step forward as the brand evolvoes, oops evolves to being EV only. Plenty of range and plenty of tech, just personally, I would go for a little more Ultimate power."