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Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 R-Design

Mk1 · launched Feb 25 2021 · SUV · CKD

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 R-Design is the only XC40 variant, priced at RM245,819.

Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 R-Design

Colours — exterior

  • Black Stone Solid
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Denim Blue Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Thunder Grey Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Charcoal Leather and Nubuck seats

Powertrain

Engine Tech
12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity
1,477 cc
Horsepower
177 hp at 5,800 rpm
Torque
265 Nm at 1,500 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 3
Fuel
Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Bore × Stroke
82 mm × 93.2 mm
Compression Ratio
10.5
Number of Motors
1
Motor Horsepower
80 hp
Motor Torque
160 Nm
Battery Capacity
10.7 kWh
EV Range
45 km
Charging Rate (AC)
3.7 kW

Drivetrain

Transmission
Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name
7DCTH
Gears
7
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
7.3 seconds
Rated Economy
2.2 L/100 km
Top Speed
180 km/h
Co2
50 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Wheelbase
2,702 mm
Weight
1,875 kg
Fuel Tank
49 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
460 litres
Front Tyre
235/50R19
Rear Tyre
235/50R19
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Factory Tyres
Pirelli PZero

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Front Wheels
19" 5-double-spoke Alloy
Rear Wheels
19" 5-double-spoke Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis Notes
Sport Chassis

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars
ANCAP
5 stars

Safety

Airbags
7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Child Safety Lock
Power safety lock for rear door
Seat Belts
5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
✓
ISOFIX
Available on two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
✓
Seatbelt Reminder
For All Seats

Lighting

Headlamps
Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam
Taillamps
LED With Bulb Brake Lamps
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-con
Rear Vents
Power Sockets
2 Front
Interior Lighting
Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio
9" Sensus Connect with Harman Kardon Sound System, 14 Speakers, 600W

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Keyless Push button
Locks
Keyless Operation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓
Parking Brake
Electronic

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
✓
Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Tiptronic
✓
Paddle Shift
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
6 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes
Auto Parking
Yes

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Navigation
✓
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years
Warranty Notes
8-year/160,000 km hybrid battery warranty

Recharge T5 R-Design FAQ

How much is the Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 R-Design in Malaysia?

The Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 R-Design was priced at RM245,819 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

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