The 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Is A Stylish & Quick All-Electric SUV

A lot of things are changing at #Volvo. A couple years ago, we really fell in love with the #XC40 compact SUV and for 2021, the #XC40Recharge is the brand's first-ever mass produced all-electric vehicle designed to go against the Tesla Model Y. While the regular gas powered #XC40 was a very competitive vehicle, the #Recharge model takes things a step further with standard Dual Motor AWD, over 400 HP and 208 miles or range on a full charge. It's the quickest accelerating model in the lineup because it uses the same electric motors as the #Polestar2 and still qualifies for the full $7,500 federal tax credit.

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[judirattien]

Been driving my xc40 recharge since August and I still giggle like a child every time I hit that accelerator

[hdtvkeith]

XM is enabled in the October 1.7 software release along with a Range optimizer app that cuts back on HVAC a bit to save energy. Also the new Range app will show you rough range to empty. Does it in 10 mile increments until less than under 100 miles left then 5 mile increments.

[JM-fcgm]

Checked this out last night. Not only is the monthly lease payment less than a Tesla at a higher mileage allowance, but it also involves less due at signing which is huge. I really hope Volvo does well with this.

[Nateorade]

Give this one or two more model years to update the infotainment and the range and this would be the 'perfect car'

[CaryInVictoria]

I found this a very good, well-rounded review with one caveat. Most owners will use their cars largely, if not exclusively, for commuting and running errands, where the types of software problems you mentioned are less of an issue than when road-tripping, so buying one now with half-baked software is really only a minor inconvenience for most buyers. The option of waiting to order until the software has been improved is not without consequences, as it means moving farther back in the queue and potentially facing a higher MSRP. I am writing this in June 2022. Many of the software problems have been addressed, there is an app that shows remaining range and Apple Carplay will be provided in an over-the-air update within the next couple of weeks.

[funaffair]

Just got mine last week, Excellent ride quality and acceleration. I tested and I got 210+. The lower range against Tesla was big aspect during my decision process. but if I think of Charging twice a week instead of once a week in Tesla, it did not feel a big issue. Comfort and Quality on this one is much better than Tesla. It is a very fast and an attractive car. Very practical.

[dmoney]

Volvo is underrated here in the US. Gorgeous cars

[bassandtrebleclef]

Airplay? Who cares. Sat radio? Who cares. This car is perfect for us non-iphone, non-sat radio drivers.

[nicovillalobos]

Satellite radio update with an extra 15 miles of range and new range app came out two weeks ago. Dealers can load it now if you don’t want to wait for it

[nrcg]

Man, I feel like I was driving the car!!!! Incredible vehicle!!!

[hereigoagain]

Just doing post-purchase confirmation after buying a used 2023 C40 Recharge with 14K miles. Love it at $28K! The infotainment works well for me: I don't change setting options while driving. Voice commands work well, and I mostly use Google Maps and Spotify. Not a great for road trips, but fun to drive in town & country.

[chukwudiemezue]

This is one of my first moments observing you having fun while test driving. That's good.

[AlnnVDR]

A modern EV needs to have a minimum 300 miles per charge to make it on my short list. You need to remember that as you charge your battery many times in many years, just like any phone or electronic device, your battery capacity will decrease permanently. So more capacity is better.

[sammydavis]

They say never buy something based on future promises.

[pbentsonable]

They have increased the range to around 228 but still would like to squeeze it up to 250. Especially with it baby brother coming.

[weirdshibainu]

Volvo has largely detached itself from Geely ownership with Geely now owning stock. Volvo is going public October 28th, 2021

[foreignclout]

This is the best video I’ve seen on this car, thank you

[tomridesbikesPNW]

Great video, I think the tradeoffs for the half baked infotainment is worth the quality increase over the Tesla products.

[AubreyBeauford]

Well Sofyan you've reviewed a few cars over the years where carmakers chose to fit their cars with carplay rather than android auto. So you now you're acquainted with our aggravation; nevertheless, great presentation as always👍. (Rant continued) At this juncture (2021) it boggles my mind why both aren't made available in all recently built vehicles.

[MrChadder]

It may not get a lot of miles per charge but I like those power numbers and the style.