Volvo XC40
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo Cars
Also called
  • Volvo EX40 (electric, 2024–present)
  • Volvo C40 (coupé SUV, 2021–2024)
  • Volvo EC40 (coupé SUV, 2024–present)
Production
  • November 2017 – present[1]
  • September 2021 – present (coupé SUV)
Model years
  • 2018–present[2][3][4]
  • 2022–present (coupé SUV)
Assembly
Designer
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV (C)
Body style
Layout
PlatformCompact Modular Architecture
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • Permanent magnet synchronous motor
  • 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) (XC40 T5 Twin Engine/XC40 T4 & T5 Recharge)
  • 178 PS (131 kW; 176 hp) dual motor (2022 XC40 T5 Recharge AWD)
  • Single motor (XC40 Recharge Pure Electric)
  • Dual motor (XC40 P8 AWD Recharge)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainPHEV (XC40 T5 Twin Engine/XC40 T4 & T5 Recharge)
Battery
  • 10.7 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV)
  • 75.0 kWh lithium-ion (electric, 2018–2022)
  • 82.0 kWh lithium-ion (electric, 2022–present)
Plug-in chargingCCS @ 11 kW (AC), 150 kW (DC peak)[9]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,702 mm (106.4 in)[2]
Length
  • 4,425 mm (174.2 in)[2]
  • 4,431 mm (174.4 in) (C40)
Width1,863 mm (73.3 in)
Height
  • 1,652 mm (65.0 in)
  • 1,582 mm (62.3 in) (C40)
Curb weight1,497–1,733 kg (3,300–3,821 lb)

The Volvo XC40 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV[10][11][12] (C-segment)[13] manufactured by Volvo Cars.[14] It was unveiled on 21 September 2017 as the smallest SUV model from Volvo, below the XC60. Orders started in September 2017, and manufacturing began in November 2017.

Aside with conventional petrol and diesel engines, a plug-in hybrid model was introduced in 2019, and a battery electric vehicle model was released in 2020. Both the plug-in hybrid and the battery electric versions were marketed as the XC40 Recharge. In 2024, Volvo renamed the battery electric XC40 to the Volvo EX40, aligning it with newer battery electric models such as the EX30 and the EX90.[15]

A coupe version of the battery electric model with a sloping rear roof was released in 2021 as the C40 Recharge. It was renamed to the Volvo EC40 since 2024.

The XC40 was given the European Car of the Year Award at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.[16] and the car was named Car of the Year Japan for 2018/2019.

Overview

The design of the XC40 was previewed by concept car called the Concept 40.1, which was designed by Thomas Ingenlath, and unveiled in May 2016.[1] The XC40 is the first Volvo to be based on the CMA platform, to be shared by other compact Volvos, Geely, and Lynk & Co model. The platform was designed to maximise interior space.[17]

The XC40 features front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive and comes powered by Volvo's 1.5-litre three cylinder and existing 2.0-litre four-cylinder engines, in both diesel and petrol variants. From 2019, a FWD plug-in hybrid named "T5 Twin Engine" is available, combining a 180 PS (180 hp; 130 kW) petrol version of the 1.5-litre engine with an 74 PS (73 hp; 54 kW) electric motor. In the United States, engine choices are limited to the 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol powered T4 and T5 models.[18] The version tested by Euro NCAP in 2018 had a kerb weight of 1,680 kilograms (3,700 lb).[19]

Volvo Intellisafe is installed as standard. This technology is designed with the intention of preventing runoff road accidents. By using the car's advanced sensory system, the technology can detect potentially fatal scenarios such as run off-road protection. Safety belts are also capable of being automatically adjusted throughout these moments of impact while energy absorbing seat frames and seats are in place to prevent spine injuries. This technology was created based on real life data, and various crash test track methods such as: ditch, airborne and rough terrains.[20]

The XC40 was given the European Car of the Year Award at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.[21] and the car was named Car of the Year Japan for 2018/2019. The XC40 was awarded Car of the Year by the magazine What Car? in January 2018, also Carsales Car of the Year in 2018,[22] and Irish Car of the Year in 2019.[23] The company increased their production across 2018 to 2019 to meet global demand.[24]

XC40 Recharge Pure Electric / EX40

The XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is Volvo's first battery electric model, which was revealed on 16 October 2019. It is powered by a 78 kWh battery pack.

It went on sale in late 2020, with limited quantities available in select markets.[25] Volvo announced that after the XC40 Recharge, it plans to "launch one new electric vehicle every year, and pledges to make half its lineup fully electric by 2025."[25]

In 2023, the single motor version was revised by adopting the rear-wheel drive layout instead of front-wheel drive. It is the first rear-wheel-drive variant of a Volvo vehicle in 25 years. The revised version received a new motor, resulting in improved range and efficiency.[26]

In 2024, the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric was renamed to the EX40.[27]

C40 Recharge / EC40

The C40 Recharge is a derivative of the XC40 Recharge, which was released on 2 March 2021.[28][29] It officially commenced production in September 2021. It is also the first Volvo nameplate that is only available as a battery electric vehicle.[30] It was renamed to the EC40 in 2024.

The model shared the front end, front doors and interior design as the conventional XC40.[31] The main difference between the XC40 and the C40 is the roofline, with the C40 having a coupe-style sloping roofline.

The C40's electric drivetrain is nearly identical to the battery electric XC40 Recharge.[30] It uses a 78 kWh lithium-ion battery pack (75 kWh usable) to power its dual motors and has an EPA-estimated range of 226 miles (364 km), three miles (4.8 km) more than the XC40 Recharge.[32] The version tested by Euro NCAP in 2022 had a kerb weight of 2,149 kilograms (4,738 lb).[33]

Similar to the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, the C40 received a revised version with rear-wheel drive instead of front-wheel drive for the single motor version. The update improved range amongst other things.[26]

Facelift

The XC40 had received a facelift for 2023. In late 2021, photos had been leaked exposing pictures of the new XC40. In 2022, the facelift was quietly unveiled on Volvo configurator.[34] The XC40 received aesthetic changes that bring it more into line with the C40 Recharge (headlights, bumpers, Android Automotive for the mild hybrid models, new ADAS sensor platform, etc.).[35] Furthermore, Volvo dropped diesel powered models from the lineup.

Powertrain

Petrol engines
Model Engine code Year(s) Power at rpm Torque at rpm Displacement Notes
T2 B3154T9 2020–present 129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp) at 5000 245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) at 1600–3000 1,477 cc (90.1 in3) Inline 3 with turbocharger
T3 B3154T7 2018–present 163 PS (120 kW; 161 hp)[a] at 5000 265 N⋅m (195 lb⋅ft) at 1850–3850 1,477 cc (90.1 in3) Inline 3 with turbocharger
  • T4
  • T4 AWD
 B4204T47[18] 2018–present 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) at 5000 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 1300–4000 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with turbocharger
T5 AWD B4204T14[37] 2017–present 247 PS (182 kW; 244 hp) at 5500 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1800–4800 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with turbocharger
T5 AWD B4204T36[37] 2017–present 249 PS (183 kW; 246 hp) at 5500 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1800–4500 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with turbocharger
T5 AWD B4204T18[37] 2017–present 252 PS (185 kW; 249 hp) at 5500 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1500–4800 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with turbocharger
Diesel engines
Model Engine code Year(s) Power rpm Torque rpm Displacement Notes
  • D3
  • D3 AWD
 D4204T9 2018–2020 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 3750 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) at 1750–3000 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with turbocharger
D4 AWD D4204T12[37] 2017–2020 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) at 4000 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1750–2500 1,969 cc (120.2 in3) Inline 4 with twin turbochargers
Petrol hybrid engines
Model Engine code Year(s) Power at rpm Torque at rpm Displacement Notes
T4 Recharge[38] B3154T10 2020–2023 129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp) at 5000 (Engine) + 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) (motor)
214 PS (157 kW; 211 hp) at 5000		 245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) at 1600–3000 (Engine)
160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) (Motor)		 1,477 cc (90.1 in3) Inline 3 with turbocharger and Electric motor (Twin Engine) PHEV
T5 Twin Engine/T5 Recharge B3154T5 2019–2023 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) at 5800 (Engine) + 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) (motor)
265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp) at 5800 (Combined)		 265 N⋅m (195 lb⋅ft) at 1500–3000 (Engine)
160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) (Motor)		 1,477 cc (90.1 in3) Inline 3 with turbocharger and Electric motor (Twin Engine) PHEV
T5 Recharge AWD B3154T10 2019–2023 129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp) at 5800 (Engine) + 178 PS (131 kW; 176 hp) (2x motors)
309 PS (227 kW; 305 hp) at 5800 (Combined)		 245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) at 1600–3000 (Engine)
160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) (Motor)		 1,477 cc (90.1 in3) Inline 3 with turbocharger and 2x Electric motors (Twin Engine) PHEV
Electric powertrains
Model Motor Year(s) Power rpm Torque rpm Battery Capacity

full

[kWh]

Range (WLTP) DC Charging [kW] Notes
XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Front motor June 2022 – 2023 231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp) 329 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft) 69 425 kilometres (264 mi) up to 150kW Electric motor on front axle
C40 Recharge Single Motor 2021–2023 69 415 kilometres (258 mi) (TEH) up to 150kW
XC40 Recharge Single-motor Rear motor 2023–present 238 PS (175 kW; 235 hp) 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft) 69 474 kilometres (295 mi) up to 175kW Electric motor on rear axle
C40 Recharge Single-motor 69 485 kilometres (301 mi) up to 175kW
XC40 Recharge Extended Range 252 PS (185 kW; 249 hp) 420 N⋅m (310 lb⋅ft) 82 569 kilometres (354 mi) up to 175kW
C40 Recharge Single motor Extended Range 82 578 kilometres (359 mi) up to 175kW
XC40 P8 AWD Recharge Dual motors 2020–2023 408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp) 660 N⋅m (487 lb⋅ft) 78 418 kilometres (260 mi) up to 150kW 2 electric motors on front and rear axle
C40 Recharge Twin-engine 78 444 kilometres (276 mi) up to 150kW
XC40 Recharge Twin-engine Dual motors 2023–present 408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp) 670 N⋅m (494 lb⋅ft) 82 536 kilometres (333 mi) up to 175kW 2 electric motors on front and rear axle
C40 Recharge Twin-engine 82 549 kilometres (341 mi) up to 175kW

Safety

In 2018, the Volvo XC40 received a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP, scoring 97% for protecting adult occupants, 87% for protecting child occupants, 71% for protecting vulnerable road users, and 76% for safety-assistance technologies.[19][39] In 2022, Euro NCAP crash tested the C40 Recharge, also giving it a five-star rating, with it scoring 92% for protecting adult occupants, 89% for protecting child occupants, 70% for protecting vulnerable road users, and 89% for safety-assistance technologies.[33][40] Jennifer Homendy, head of the United States' National Transportation Safety Board, cited the battery-electric version of the XC40 as an example of an electric car that weighs around-a-third more than its internal-combustion-engine powered equivalent, alongside other products made by Ford, General Motors, and Toyota, while raising concerns about the increased potential for heavier vehicles to kill or seriously injure other road users in collisions.[41][42]

XC40 Recharge

IIHS-HLDI[43]
Crashworthiness Rating
Moderate overlap frontal offset G
Driver small overlap frontal offset G
Passenger small overlap frontal offset G
Side impact G
Roof strength G

Sales

XC40 sales
Year Europe[44] U.S.[44] China[44] Global[45]
2017 117
2018 47,298 12,427 75,828
2019 82,457 17,654 13,216 139,847
2020 110,254 23,778 23,982 185,406
2021 123,847 26,802 14,244 201,037
2022 98,781 18,558 15,979 169,206
2023 28,143 200,670
C40 sales
Year Europe[46] U.S.[46] Global[45]
2021 42 1,196
2022 15,981 3,780 24,213
2023 6,589 37,114

Awards and recognition

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Notes

  1. ^ in early models was 156PS until 2019[36]

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