Volvo’s love affair with Snapchat continues as the automaker has released three new teaser images of what is believed to be the XC40 concept.
Just like the previous photos, Volvo didn’t have much to say about the latest pictures except a few hints that the upcoming model will feature Thor’s Hammer LED headlights, a prominent grille, and large air intakes which house LED spot-lights. We can also see gloss black accents, a sculpted hood, and what appears to be plastic body cladding. The rear end follows in the footsteps of the XC90 as it features a tailgate-mounted spoiler, curvaceous bodywork, and familiar LED taillights.
More interestingly, one of the images above confirms that this concept will have a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Little is known about it but from the picture above we can tell that the crossover will have a front-mounted engine, an electric motor, and a relatively small battery pack that runs down the center of the concept.
As mentioned earlier, the new Volvo XC40 will ride on the company’s new Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) which has been specifically designed to accommodate hybrid and electric powertrains. Engine options remain unconfirmed but the model is expected to be offered with in three- and four-cylinder turbocharged engines including a new T5 Twin Engine powertrain which could be pictured above.
Source: via Worldcarfans
