As reported by Autocar UK, Volvo has now confirmed plans that it will indeed introduce a compact crossover to slot below the Volvo XC60 (pictured above). Dubbed the Volvo XC40, the new junior SUV is slated to hit the market at the end of this decade, according to Volvo CEO, Hakan Samuelsson.
Those wishing for sportier models à la the Volvo Concept Coupe (pictured below) will be disappointed. Samuelsson has been quoted as saying that priority has been given to “replacing our bread and butter models rather than breaking new ground.” As such, the firm is looking to replace (and rename) its core lineup.
Two platforms will form the basis for three key models lines – the 40, 60 and 90. In the future, the S80 and V70 will be superseded by the S90 and V90 while the 60 range will consist of the S60 sedan, V60 wagon and XC60 crossover. The same goes for the 40 range, which will be comprised of the S40, V40 and XC40.
While technical details of the Volvo XC40 remain sketchy at best, it is most likely to employ an engine from the firm’s Drive-E powertrain umbrella. The upcoming models, along with the new range of powerplants, are expected to further distance Volvo from the competition, with Samuelsson going as far to claim that the mills “are some years ahead of the opposition.”
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Buweeeekk! Vios still better than these crap..
You’re obviously out of your bloody mind..!
Geely DNA, but still better than kimchis
Re correction better than any Japs products offer in the local market for safety , prestige and power
SO they want to compete with the X1 and the GLA…well don’t be like the GLA with its smallish interior.
to writer: i think the 90 range should consist of one good looking XC90 as well, don’t you think?
Seriously? 2020?? A lot of things can happen in 5 years.
Why 2020,….the Sweds are sleeping or what by the time this XC40 comes to the market GLA and X1 are way ahead….in terms of market share and technology…
Dah bole mula menabung.
Sapa tau xdapat volvo dapat cincin haha…