Volvo on Tuesday introduced plans to alter the names of the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge electrical compact crossovers to suit the brand new naming technique the automaker launched with the debut of the EX90 again in 2022.

The XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge have been renamed the EX40 and EC40, respectively. The brand new names match the technique used for Volvo’s new electrical automobiles just like the EX30 subcompact crossover and EM90 minivan, in addition to the aforementioned EX90 midsize SUV.

Below the technique, the EX designation signifies electrical crossovers and SUVs, the EC designation signifies electrical coupes and coupe-like crossovers and SUVs, and the EM designation signifies electrical minivans.

Variations of the XC40 outfitted with a gasoline engine will preserve the present XC40 title, although plug-in hybrid XC40 Recharge fashions will lose the Recharge designation. As an alternative, the plug-in hybrids will characteristic a T6 or T8 designation, relying on their energy degree.

2025 Volvo EC40 (Europe spec)

Particulars for the U.S. market have not been introduced, however the brand new names will doubtless be launched right here for the 2025 mannequin yr. That is additionally when the EX30 and EX90 are as a consequence of begin gross sales right here. The EM90 is destined for the Chinese language market solely at current.

Volvo on Tuesday additionally introduced a Efficiency improve for range-topping dual-motor all-wheel-drive variations of the EX40 and EX40. By way of software program, the Efficiency improve boosts output to 435 hp. The improve additionally delivers improved response from the accelerator, the automaker stated. The improve can even be obtainable for the 2024 XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge.

Volvo additionally introduced a Black Version improve for the EX40, XC40, and EC40. Just like the Black Version therapy supplied on the 2024 XC60, the improve provides black-colored touches inside and outside, together with customary 20-inch wheels completed in gloss black.