Volvo XC40 PHEV is back with a new look, better sensors, and Gemini AI

Volvo is reviving the XC40 plug-in hybrid after a three-year hiatus, launching it with a full exterior redesign and a completely reworked interior that includes an enlarged infotainment display and Google’s Gemini AI voice assistant. The refreshed model also adds a new sensor-and-software safety suite, and will reach dealerships early next year as a bridge option for buyers seeking improved fuel economy without committing to a fully electric vehicle.