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Motoring: Volvo’s small tweaks to the electric XC40 and C40 compact SUVs result in a longer range

Volvo’s electric XC40 and C40 have received some subtle updates, ensuring they remain an attractive proposition in the premium compact SUV space

The Volvo XC40 was originally introduced as a compact SUV with a variety of engine options, but these days it’s a fully electric affair

Good design works. The fact that the XC40 is now six years old yet still looks stylish and modern is a testament to Volvo’s form in this regard. It was originally introduced as a compact SUV with a variety of engine options, but these days it’s a fully electric affair – as evidenced by the body-coloured panel in the front where the traditional grille once existed.

Little else about the style of the Volvo has ...