At that time, I wrote an article about Volvo S60 T8 test drive. After the test drive, I planted grass on it. Seriously, I really wanted to buy it at that time, but it was finally put out by my girlfriend's "I want to buy Audi" ... But after several months of continuous big data push from Amway and her little red book (how did it know that I wanted to buy Volvo ...), she finally got over it, but!
Her original words were: "As long as you buy me an Audi A4L, you can buy whatever you like."
Well, as long as you let go, everything will be easy, but then a new problem comes: two cars are on the same level. This means I have to pay twice as much for two similar cars. Isn't this pure injustice? Just then, the company came to a Volvo XC40 pure electric version. Just want to doze off, someone brought a pillow! Come on, let's try!
Small and fashionable walking artifact
Volvo XC40 pure electric version is not much different from XC40 in design, taking the Nordic minimalist design route. Simplify the complex, low-key and concise, and very durable. You know, the first production car Volvo XC90 with this design language was released in 20 14. Nine years have passed, and it is not out of date to look at this design now.
However, although it is low-key, the return rate of Volvo XC40 pure electric version on the road is not low at all. Raytheon's hammer headlights and Viking's axe taillights bring strong appearance recognition. Whenever you walk through the traffic at night, you can recognize it at a glance by turning on the lights.
According to the characteristics of electric vehicles, it has made some targeted optimization designs in the air intake grille, rims and other places, and the D-pillar also has its own "charging" logo, which is different from the ordinary version of XC40.
Volvo XC40 pure electric version is positioned as a pure electric compact SUV, with the length, width and height of 4440/1863/1651mm respectively and the wheelbase of 2702 mm.. Small in size, flexible and convenient, it is very suitable as a daily scooter.
The interior is a little intimate.
The interior of Volvo XC40 pure electric version is also the design style of Volvo family. Materials are also adhering to Volvo's consistent advanced environmental protection materials. Simple design, excellent touch, fresh taste, very Volvo.
However, it also has some unique ideas inside. For example, its unique "A Biscu aurora back decorative board". The pattern design is similar to the contour map of junior high school geography, and it is quite interesting with translucent materials and transparent texture brought by backlight.
As an entry-level car in the Volvo family, I didn't have any expectations for the configuration of the pure electric version of the Volvo XC40 at first, but after I got the car, I found that the configuration was quite good. The car multimedia system based on native Android is simple and smooth, and there are many practical configurations such as electric tailgate, seat heating, wireless charging of mobile phone, etc. It should be completely fine for daily use. At the same time, by subscribing to the "digital service package", Volvo XC40 pure electric version can also get remote unlocking, air conditioning remote control and other functions.
Comfortable seats and good storage space.
In terms of seat comfort, the front seat has two outstanding advantages: lumbar support and head and neck support are in place, and the seat ergonomics is very good. Girlfriend's waist is not particularly good, and cervical vertebra is not particularly good. She has a backache after sitting for a long time, and I feel dizzy after driving for a long time. On the pure electric version of Volvo XC40, neither of us has any discomfort. It doesn't seem like a big deal, but in the end this advantage has helped me a lot! Leave a suspense. We finally talked.
However, as a compact SUV with a length of only 4.44 meters, the rear performance of Volvo XC40 pure electric version is quite good. The height of the model is 186cm, and the actual spatial performance is shown in the figure. Sitting in the car doesn't feel crowded.
In terms of storage space, the Volvo XC40 pure electric version is really fun. Many small storage compartments were dug in front and back. The trunk space is not small, and the front spare box is also designed. Although the car is not big, it can really hold it.
The power is really fierce, even a little surplus.
Volvo XC40 pure electric version adopts a set of dual-motor four-wheel drive power system, with 408 horsepower, 100-kilometer acceleration in only 4.9 seconds and cruising range of 500 kilometers. This set of data is listed. I believe that I don't need to say more. Everyone can imagine how powerful it is. Its acceleration is like an ejection roller coaster, 3, 2, 1, press the switch, and then enjoy this out-of-body experience!
With such "barbaric" power, the driving experience of Volvo XC40 pure electric version can be described as flexible and free. Changing lanes and overtaking can be done almost instantly, and the power is on call without any hesitation or pause. Even I think this power is a bit excessive. If I buy it, I will consider its single-motor long-life version, with a maximum horsepower of 23 1 horsepower and an acceleration time of 7.4 seconds per 100 kilometers. This power can be used everyday, and the cruising range of 529 kilometers is more calm.
The chassis and brakes are also fully worthy of its dynamic performance. The adjustment of the chassis is neutral and hard. It can provide good support performance during rapid acceleration and high-speed cornering, and it is also very calm and stable in the face of speed bumps and road bumps, and will not make passengers in the car feel uncomfortable. The foot feel of the brake is very linear and the braking force is sufficient. No matter how crazy you step on it, it can stop steadily. Run fast, run steadily and stand steadily. The pure electric version of Volvo XC40 can really be said to be "as quiet as a virgin and as moving as a rabbit".
As Volvo's strong point, driver assistance has performed well in the XC40 pure electric version. Starting driver assistance is very simple, just press the multi-function button in the left center of the steering wheel. The control of vehicle distance, the smoothness of acceleration and deceleration, and the identification and response to unexpected situations in front are also outstanding among similar products.
After trying the pure electric version of Volvo XC40, I was tempted again. Good power, good handling and good configuration, and the use cost as a pure electric vehicle is also lower. Before that, I like all the points of S60 T8. Then there is only one question left: how to convince your girlfriend. The night I got this car key, I specially drove it to send my girlfriend home. I had prepared a lot of words to convince my girlfriend, but I didn't expect the ending. ...
Put the car aside first. Let's talk about Volvo selling seats. Maybe it's a business opportunity ~
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