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Volvo XC40 2019

Volvo XC40 2019

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$25,520

The 2019 Volvo XC40 range of configurations is currently priced from $19,999.

Carsguide Managing Editor - Head of Video Matt Campbell had this to say at the time: So there you have it; we’ve judged these three SUVs against our criteria, and now you probably want to know which one is the best? 

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The 2019 Volvo XC40 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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7.2L/100km (combined)
SUV
8 Speed Automatic
Premium Unleaded Petrol
Rating Summary
Price and features
7
Practicality
9
Driving
7
Safety
8
Overview
Likes
Cool styling
Spacious and practical
Advanced safety tech
Dislikes
Ride is a little unrefined
Adaptive cruise control not standard
Warranty only three years

Volvo XC40 2019 Colours

Black Stone
Bursting Blue
Crystal White
Denim Blue
Fusion Red
Glacier Silver
Maple Brown
Onyx Black
Pebble Grey
Thunder Grey
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Volvo XC40 2019.

Volvo XC40 2019 FAQs

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 2019 Towing Capacity

The 2019 Volvo XC40 has maximum towing capacity of 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.
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Volvo XC40 2019 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2019 Volvo XC40 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volvo XC40 currently offers fuel consumption from 7.4L/100km.

Volvo XC40 2019 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2019 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.
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Volvo XC40 2019 Seats

The following Volvo XC40 is available with five seats. The Momentum variant comes with Textile/Vinyl upholstery in either Charcoal or Blond. Leather upholstery is available as an optional extra with the choice of Charcoal, Amber, Oxide Red or Blond. The Inscription variant comes with the choice of leather seat trim as standard. The R-Design variant comes with Charcoal Fine Nappa leather and Nubuck seat trim.

Shown above are seat details for the Volvo XC40 2019.