2023 Volvo C40 Recharge launching in Malaysia in two weeks’ time – ROI open for Dec 16-18 take a look at drive occasion

The Volvo C40 Recharge might be launched might be launched in Malaysia throughout the subsequent two weeks, with Volvo Automobile Malaysia (VCM) set to host a model expertise occasion from December 16-18, 2022 at KLGCC Resort, The Worldwide Gallery – hit up this hyperlink if you wish to RSVP.

The C40 Recharge would be the firm’s second locally-assembled (CKD) electrical automobile (EV) providing after XC40 Recharge Pure Electrical, which was first launched right here in March and has since been facelifted for the 2023 mannequin 12 months.

Should you’re not a fan of the XC40 Recharge’s common SUV look, the C40, with its extra coupe-like roofline, is perhaps extra interesting. The dynamic styling can also be headlined by a outstanding roof spoiler, a wing built-in on the tailgate in addition to reworked LED taillights that give the SUV a bolder look. Each fashions look an identical from the entrance, as do their interiors.

By way of specs, we are able to count on the identical electrical powertrain that consists of two electrical motors – one on every axle – for a complete system output of 408 PS (402 hp or 300 kW) and 660 Nm of torque. Energy for the electrical motors is provided by a lithium-ion battery with an power capability of 78 kWh that’s probably to supply barely extra vary than the XC40 Recharge’s 438 km.

The explanation for the C40’s higher vary is because of its decrease top by some 70 mm that helps scale back drag. Volvo additionally quotes a 0-100 km/h time of 4.7 seconds for the C40, two tenths faster than the XC40 Recharge.

In Thailand, the C40 at the moment prices 2.79 million baht (RM352,891), which is greater than the XC40 Recharge priced at 2.69 million baht (RM340,243) – each are available Final trim. As such, we must always count on the identical to occur right here. With present EV incentives, the XC40 Recharge retails for RM278,888 on-the-road with out insurance coverage. How rather more of a premium are you keen to pay for the appears to be like?

GALLERY: Volvo C40 Recharge