Volvo XC40 Special Edition brings more kit for less money

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The Volvo XC40 Special Edition is now available for purchase in Australia, offering a value-packed SUV with petrol power before the brand transitions to electric vehicles. Priced at $59,990 drive-away nationwide until the end of 2024, the Special Edition is $2000 cheaper than the XC40 Plus it is based on, while offering more standard equipment. Optional features on the Plus, such as a surround-view camera and premium paint, come standard on the Special Edition. Powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine with mild-hybrid assistance, the XC40 Special Edition offers 145kW of power and 300Nm of torque. Orders are open until December 30, 2024. Volvo Australia plans to go electric-only by 2026, with the XC40 Recharge being renamed as the EX40. The XC40 is Volvo’s most popular model in Australia, despite experiencing a 46.7% drop in deliveries compared to the previous year.
Brands mentioned: Volvo