2022 Volvo C40 Recharge | First Look

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Volvo’s Swedish krona is going all into the EV game.

This is the C40 Recharge. It’s exclusively all-electric, unlike the XC40 which also comes in a gas-powered version. We know a little bit about it at this point, so I’m going to share.


The C40 Recharge shares a lot of the same characteristics as the XC40 Recharge. That’s the all-electric version of that sub-compact ute. Want to see a full review of that by moi? You can do that?

This C40 Recharge is jumping into the sport SUV pool with an SUV bodied more like a sport coupe complete with a sloping roofline and tiny greenhouse.

It’s sporty and, if I call it cute is that off-putting? I don’t think so. But I’ll call it sexy cute. Because there’s no radiator or grille you get this fun frunk as well. Is that a technical term? Who cares?
I want to put this thing in my pocket.

Tell me what you think in the comments, folks. If you’re buying it, it’s your opinion that counts.


The C40 Recharge shares the XC40 Recharge’s powertrain featuring front and rear motors, making it an AWD proposition and powered by a 789-kWh battery.


Combined horsepower from those motors is a whooping 402 ponies. That’s a lot for such a little guy.

But get this, 487 lb-ft of torque. Those numbers are pretty drool-worthy. I loved how the power of the XC40 feels. That thing rips. So, my expectations for this are high, Volvo!


Volvo claims range will clock in around the 200-mile mark. But the battery can be charged to 80 percent in about 40 minutes with a 220-volt DC fast charger.



Expect this nugget to get a power hatchback, 360-degree camera system, tons of safety features, because, well, Volvo. It’s also got some great Google interface going on with Google Assitant, Maps and Play. Can you say Unlimited Data as well?


We expect that the C40 Recharge will have a starting price of around $55,000. That’s a lot of change for potentially not a lot of range.


The interior is completely leather-free. It gets durable fabric bucket seats, and a rear split-folding bench in the second row, and the carpet? That’s made of 100% recycled plastic.


Competition is only getting stiffer in this segment. Already you’ve got the Nissan Ariya, Tesla Model Y and VW ID.4.

OC: Certainly there’s way more to come on the Volvo C40 Recharge. Subscribe to the KBB YouTube channel and be there when it happens.

00:00 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge
0:46 Exterior
1:07 Interior
1:21 Powertrain
2:29 Price
2:47 Interior
3:15 Competitors

[FinancialShinanigan]

Dodge Charger already has the best EV name.

[ricardodiaz]

If volvo wants to go all electric, needs to improve the mile range at least to 300, and also the changing time.

[WhomThouDoesNotKnow]

Love that in the US this is “cute” and “little.”

[ctk]

That's a good looking CUV!! Please more Lyn!!

[Wildman]

Would of rather this had been a two door coupe but overall nice. Interior looks great

[pablojared]

I love your videos! You are always on point

[PBandJ]

Looks really good all around!! If it had more range, I'd consider it.

[dcbel]

Very interesting video! The Volvo C40 is a good electric car with an excellent turn of pace, enough range and a quality interior.

[cdbuiles]

why these things still comes with a ‘hump’ on the floor. this problem is so underrated.

[philipchenmba]

Great car but I see 2 issues. All electric vehicles need to have at least 300 miles range, that’s the distance from Los Angeles to Las Vegas on a single charge plus some driving around Vegas before you have to plug in at night. No one will want to find a charging station in the middle of the desert on their way to Vegas and wait 40 minutes for the “fast charge”. 2. The price is too high, this is supposedly targeting the same consumers as XC40, and at $55, 000, the entry level Volvo consumers are priced out. And for people who can afford $55K, they can literally get gasoline models of BMW, Mercedes, or Porsche Macan instead of a Baby Volvo.

[dr-oksn]

0:37 someone at KBB is obviously watching Hoovies Garage

[jdean]

According to some at Volvo, it is supposed to get 265 miles which will improve over time with OTA updates.

[cedrick]

The range and the price makes it uncompetitive with the other auto manufacturers because most of them are at the 300 mile already and some are well pass that mark.

[forgd]

Wish it had 300+ mile range. Love the way it looks.

[hdtvkeith]

What color is that C40? Looks like Bursting Blue, but they are not offering it in that color, just Fjord Blue.

[ltkwok]

There are decent lease deals for the XC40 Recharge depict the price. I’d consider the C40 if I can get a similar lease deal. I looks more aerodynamic so range should be better.

[MuhammadSaeed]

anything below 300 mile range should automatically disqualify from buying.

[benjaminsmith]

This is a transition car for Volvo. It's a modified XC40 Recharge. Volvo has their real full-electric products coming out next year for MY2023. They'll have better range and be ground-up electric only. This is an ICE car that could convert into an EV but still has ICE compromises. There's also the Polestar 3 that will be full electric. Of course, these cars will not be cheap and probably cost $70K up.

[sbhosale]

My dream.... One day you will be my promise to myself...

[kencoleman]

Love it! Except for the price. Guess it doesn't shock as bad if you "subscribe? "