Volvo has introduced its new XC40 T5 Twin Engine gas-electric hybrid Wednesday, making the Swedish automaker the first in the world to offer a plug-in hybrid version of every vehicle in its lineup.

And the introduction of the XC40 Recharge T5 means that Volvo now has a plug-in hybrid version of every model in its range.

The Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine and an electric motor, which combined produce an impressive 262 horsepower. This hybrid system is designed to deliver both ...

Volvo was one of the first car brands to announce a shift away from diesel engines, back in 2018, and now it is following through with its promise by removing the oil-burning option from its XC40 ...

As with any hybrid, this five-seater XC40 recharges its own battery via the petrol engine - but to get best use of the battery-electric-motor combo it should also be plugged into a charger.

Now Volvo may have solved the problem of thirsty hybrid engines with the XC40 T5 Recharge – a potential game-changer. It whirrs along without waking the petrol engine at a useful hop of up to 28 ...

On the other hand, it’s worth remembering the XC40 in T5 Twin Engine flavor is the first plug-in hybrid in the compact luxury SUV segment.

Volvo XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid The tablet-style touchscreen in the centre console, which controls many of the car’s functions, still looks very cutting edge and is splendidly intuitive and ...

The 2022 Volvo XC40 T5 Inscription featured in the comparison below has an overall data-driven rating of 3.70 and the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE has an overall data-driven rating of TBD.

FAST FACTS Volvo XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T5 FWD Inscription Pro Price: £42,305 Mechanical: 262bhp, 1,477cc, 3cyl petrol engine and electric motor driving front wheels via 7-speed automatic ...

My test car, the splendidly upholstered Volvo XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T5 R-Design, is very much a beautifully crafted car of both today and tomorrow.

Compare the 2021 Volvo XC40 and 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Uncover the best in specs, performance, and innovation for your next ride.