Volvo Promises New XC40 Will Be Best Equipped Vehicle in Its Class
The new Volvo XC40 will launch this fall and the Swedish automaker claims the compact crossover “will bring a new standard of safety and user experience to the small SUV premium segment.”
Although the XC40 will be the first vehicle built on the company’s new Compact Modular Architecture (CMA), the compact crossover will benefit from technologies first introduced in the 60 and 90 Series models that ride on Volvo’s larger Scalable Product Architecture (SPA).
Safety and driver assistance features we can expect on the XC40 once it debuts include Volvo’s semi-autonomous Pilot Assist system, the latest generation of City Safety, Run-off Road protection and mitigation, Cross Traffic alert with auto brake, and the 360-degree camera that helps drivers maneuver their car into tight parking spaces.
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Like other Volvo models, the XC40 will also feature the automaker’s connected Sensus infotainment system in a now familiar large, portrait-oriented touchscreen.
“The XC40 is our first car in this rapidly growing segment and has a clear focus on navigating today’s hectic city environments. Building on Volvo’s heritage as the leader in safety, the new XC40 will offer the best possible safety standards combined with an easy-to-use interface and convenient connected services,” said Håkan Samuelsson, president and chief executive.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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