Volvo cancels EX40 in the US, updates XC40 with better sensors and Gemini AI
Today, Volvo said it was canceling the entry-level electric EX40 in the US, while also giving its aging hybrid XC40 a new look. When it arrives at dealerships early next year, the new XC40 will have updated exterior styling, a gut-renovated interior featuring Google's Gemini AI assistant, enlarged infotainment screen, and a new sensor-and-software safety suite.
Volvo is expected to replace the EX40 with the slightly larger EX50, riding on the automaker's lower-cost SPA3 platform. The EV should reach US dealerships by mid-2027, and will likely start in the high-$40,000 range, according to Automotive News.
As a hybrid, the XC40 serves as a …