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Volvo XC40 2024
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Emily Agar had this to say at the time: The Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is a cute small electric SUV that offers a decent specs list and a sweet urban driving experience. It’s not the nicest ride on a longer journey but it does have a decent range to be able to tackle one, if needed. I didn’t love the interior design but there’s lots the XC40 gets right.
You can read the full review here.This is what Emily Agar liked most about this particular version of the Volvo XC40: Cute kerb-side presence, Decent cabin space for class, Good driving range and energy consumption
The Volvo XC40 SUV competes with similar models like the Mazda CX-8, Ford Everest and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport in the Under $60k category category.
The 2024 Volvo XC40 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Volvo XC40 2024 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Volvo XC40 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plus B4 Mhev | SUV | 2.0L — 8 SP AUTO | $54,990 | |
| Recharge Pure Electric | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $76,990 | |
| Recharge Twin Pure Electric | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $85,990 | |
| Ultimate B4 Bright Mhev | SUV | 2.0L — 8 SP AUTO | $61,990 | |
Volvo XC40 2024 Interior
The interior of the 2024 Volvo XC40 looks well-made with a chunky dashboard styling that includes lots of soft touchpoints throughout.
The mix of high-end materials enhances the premium feel but the synthetic leather upholstery found on the Plus mild-hybrid and Pure Electric variants doesn’t reflect this in terms of feel. The headliner on all Plus models is a black cloth. The Ultimate grades sport light grey headliners.
Every XC40 features a dashboard incorporating a vertical 9.0-inch multimedia touchscreen. The accent trims are a mix of brushed metal, woodgrain and piano-black gloss panel inserts.
Pure Electric variants have a mix of recycled and synthetic upholstery/trims. A leather-wrapped steering wheel comes standard on every model. On mild-hybrid Ultimate grades, the gear shifter is upgraded to a crystal shifter by Orrefors.
Volvo XC40 2024 Colours
There are five standard colour options across the whole XC40 range - 'Onyx Black', 'Fjord Blue', 'Bright Dusk', 'Crystal White' and 'Sage Green'. 'Cloud Blue' and 'Vapour Grey' are exclusive to Pure Electric variants, while 'Black Stone', 'Fusion Red', 'Thunder Grey' and 'Silver Dawn' are exclusive to mild-hybrid variants.
- Onyx Black
- Fjord Blue
- Bright Dusk
- Crystal White
- Sage Green
- Black Stone
- Fusion Red
- Thunder Grey
- Silver Dawn
Volvo XC40 2024 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2024 Volvo XC40 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1863mm x 1652mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Volvo XC40 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plus B4 Mhev | SUV | 1652x1863x4440 mm | 205 mm | |
| Ultimate B4 Bright Mhev | SUV | 1652x1863x4440 mm | 205 mm | |
| Ultimate B4 Dark Mhev | SUV | 1652x1863x4440 mm | 205 mm | |
| Recharge Pure Electric | SUV | 1647x1863x4440 mm | 175 mm | |
Volvo XC40 2024 Boot Space
The boot space for all mild-hybrid and single motor variants is 452L when all five seats are in use. To accommodate the second motor, the boot capacity drops to 419L. Fold the 60/40 split-folding rear seat and available space expands to 1295 litres. All electric variants have a 31L frunk storage.
The boot features a level loading space but the floor can be folded to create a deeper storage ‘well’ when needed. The boot has manual levers to fold the rear row and a cargo cover.
Volvo XC40 2024 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Volvo XC40 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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What electric car should I buy?
We can understand your feelings about the centrally-mounted screen in the Tesla, though you do get used to it surprisingly quickly.
As for the other models you’ve mentioned, we’ve had to get the crystal ball out to attempt to answer you!
The Polestar 2 will be on sale by the end of 2020, if all goes to plan. The company will be pushing hard to make that happen.
The VW ID3 is likely not going to be here until 2021, likely the mid or latter part of that year. It certainly has a lot of potential, and with pricing set to start below $50,000, it could well be The People’s (Electric) Car.
There are other options coming, though it depends on your diary and your budget.
You could consider the Tesla Model S, which may have been around for a while, but that also means it has a more traceable reliability history. It has a digital instrument cluster in the regular spot as well.
Have you looked at the Jaguar i-Pace? It has a claimed range of 470 kilometres, though it is on the pricey side of the equation, starting from about $125,000.
Indeed, a high price tag is a common theme among those EVs with big battery capacity and expansive driving range, because you’re basically covering the cost of the batteries with your money.
For instance, there’s the Audi e-tron quattro, which is due here in early 2020. That model will have a range of “more than 400 kilometres”, and - we suspect - a price tag above $120,000.
The Mercedes EQC is about to go on sale, too. Range for that mid-size SUV is pegged at about 450 kilometres, but again, you can expect a high price tag.
If 2021 isn’t too long to wait, there’s the Volvo XC40 Recharge coming then. Based on our previous experience with Volvo XC40s, it’ll be a great small SUV, with predicted range of 400km - though we think that’s understating it, because it has a 78kWh battery pack, and it has AWD too.
At the more affordable end - though admittedly still not quite meeting your expectations for range - there’s the very impressive Hyundai Kona Electric, which has a WLTP range of 449km, and a price tag of around $65k. It isn’t all-wheel drive though.
And MG is about to launch a real upstart in the segment, with the ZS EV hitting showrooms soon for $46,990 drive-away, albeit with a range of 262km. It’s also FWD only.
The Mini Cooper SE will also arrive in mid-2020, with pricing set to be less than $60k. But again, a range of 270km will likely rule it out for your needs, and its 2WD as well.
Another new small EV due next year is the Mazda MX-30. Pricing is still to be confirmed, and range isn’t great at about 300km. It’s FWD too.
In short, at this point in time - and out towards the end of 2020 - it looks like you’ll either need to spend a big amount of money on a premium EV to get the best range possible, or you’ll have to get used to the Model 3’s screen. You could always get an aftermarket head-up display fitted…
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Volvo XC40 2024 Accessories
Every 2024 XC40 is equipped with a wide range of standard accessories including auto LED headlights, keyless entry and start, a humidity sensor, dual-zone air-conditioning, power-folding side mirrors, a reversing camera, a 9.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, a 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster, a wireless charging pad, a head-up display, digital radio, wired Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, over-the-air Volvo app updates, a four-year subscription to Google Maps, Assistant and Play Store, front, rear and side parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring, a hands-free powered tailgate and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Volvo XC40 2024 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2024 Volvo XC40 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volvo XC40 is available with the following fuel types: — and Electric.
| Volvo XC40 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plus B4 Mhev | SUV | 2.0L,—,8 SP AUTO | 7.1L/100km | |
| Recharge Pure Electric | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Recharge Twin Pure Electric | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Ultimate B4 Bright Mhev | SUV | 2.0L,—,8 SP AUTO | 7.3L/100km | |
Volvo XC40 2024 Towing capacity
The Volvo XC40’s towing capacity ranges from 1500kg to 2100kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Volvo XC40 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plus B4 Mhev | SUV | 2.0L,—,8 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
| Ultimate B4 Bright Mhev | SUV | 2.0L,—,8 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
| Ultimate B4 Dark Mhev | SUV | 2.0L,—,8 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
| Recharge Pure Electric | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
Volvo XC40 2024 Engine
There are two engines and two motors available but they are variant-specific.
The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid is a RWD and has a four-cylinder turbo-petrol mild hybrid engine that produces a combined power output of 145kW/300Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid is an AWD and has a four-cylinder turbo-petrol mild hybrid engine that produces a combined power output of 183kW/350Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor is an RWD with a one-speed automatic transmission. It has a 69kWh lithium-ion battery and the single motor produces a combined power output of 175kW/330Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is an AWD with a one-speed automatic transmission. It has a large 82kWh lithium-ion battery and the twin motors produce a combined power output of 300kW/670Nm.
Volvo XC40 2024 Seats
The 2024 Volvo XC40 has five seats in a 2/3 configuration. The rear row features a 60/40 split and ski-thru port, as well as, a fold-down armrest in the middle seat.
On all variants, front seats are electric and have manual extendable under thigh support. Both front seats have powered four-way lumbar support but only the driver’s seat has a two-position memory function.
On mild-hybrid Plus and Pure Electric variants the upholstery is a black synthetic material that sits between the feel of cloth and leather.
On the top-spec mild-hybrid Ultimate grade, upholstery is upgraded to a choice between Black or Blond leather.
On the top-spec Twin Motor grade, heated front and rear outboard seats come standard but for mild-hybrid variants, these features can be added as a part of the 'Climate Package'.
Volvo XC40 2024 Speed
The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 8.4-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.4-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 7.3-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 4.8-seconds.
Volvo XC40 2024 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2024 Volvo XC40 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Volvo XC40 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plus B4 Mhev | SUV | 235x55 R18 | — | 235x55 R18 | — | |
| Ultimate B4 Bright Mhev | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
| Ultimate B4 Dark Mhev | SUV | 245x45 R20 | — | 245x45 R20 | — | |
| Recharge Pure Electric | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
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Volvo XC40 2024 Range
The range and combined fuel/energy consumptions varies between the engines/motors for the 2024 Volvo XC40 models but mild-hybrid variants use a minimum 95 RON unleaded petrol.
The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid has a combined fuel cycles figure of 7.1L/100km and a driving range of up to 761km. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid combined fuel cycle figure is 7.2/100km and a driving range of up to 750km. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor has a combined energy consumption figure of 171Wh/100km and a driving range of up to 415km (WLTP). The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor has a combined energy consumption of 190Wh/km and a driving range of up to 485km (WLTP).