5Things we love about the new Volvo XC40

The compact SUV that’s big on innovation and built for city life was the ‘2018 European Car of the Year’ winner.

1 City Safety – standard for every Volvo XC40 – is like having a copilot to look out for you. It identifies other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and large animals ahead, warning you if a collision is imminent. If you don’t react in time then it will brake automatically to help avoid or mitigate a collision.

2 Driver assistance features on the XC40 include Volvo Cars’ Pilot Assist system, Run-off-Road Protection and Mitigation, Cross Traffic Alert with brake support and a 360° camera that helps drivers manoeuvre their car into tight parking spaces with a bird’s-eye view.

3 Technology has a human feel in the Volvo XC40. From the easyto-use centre touch screen to the high-resolution driver display, and the wireless charging pad for your mobile phone in the centre console, all features are positioned to make things less complicated for the driver.

4 The Volvo XC40 has smart storage features that make life less complicated, including door bins large enough for laptops and handbags, and an ingenious foldout takeaway hook for shopping bags. There’s even a bin under the centre armrest that will hold a full-size tissue box.

5 Loading and unloading the Volvo XC40 is easy, thanks to features such as a hands-free, power-operated tailgate. Simply move your foot under the rear bumper to open or close it automatically. There’s also a foldable, removable load floor, and rear backrests that can be folded at the touch of a button and can easily accommodate a mountain bike.

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