Volvo C40 Recharge Review: Swanky Little BEV

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You’re a stylish person, no? Design is of paramount importance and every detail matters. The Volvo C40 Recharge certainly fits the bill, minimalist, stylish, swanky, and unique. No, it’s not the most practical use of space, but also no, you don’t care. The fact that it’s a battery electric vehicle may be an afterthought, but one that makes you happy.

In this video, I take you through the car, show you what features are offered and how they work. And then I take you on a drive to get a sense of how well it handles, the quality of the ride, and the overall experience.

Video Chapters
0:00 Drive review – Overview/Trims/Price
2:43 Walkaround
3:33 Does it have a frunk?
3:48 Walkaround continued
5:52 Cargo space
6:42 Does my bike fit?
7:14 Second row comfort and features
8:53 Front seat comfort and features
12:15 Driving Adjustments
13:22 Drive review – Powertrain
16:37 Drive review – Fuel Economy and Range
18:33 Drive review – Acceleration Test
19:45 Drive review – Handling Test
22:10 Drive review – Ride/Comfort/Highway Test/Safety
24:26 Drive review – Towing
25:02 Drive review – Conclusion

Specifications:
2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate: 5-door, 5-seat, crossover SUV
Base price: $61,195
Price as tested: $61,890

Powertrain:
Front axle electric motor:
Power: 201 horsepower
Torque: 243.4 lb.-ft
Rear axle electric motor:
Power: 201 horsepower
Torque: 243.4 lb.-ft
Total System Outputs:
Power: 402 horsepower
Torque: 487 lb-ft
Transmissions: single-speed drive-down gears
Battery pack: lithium-ion 78 kWh gross, 75 kWh usable
Drive: all-wheel-drive

Fuel Economy and range
City 94 mpge
Highway 80 mpge
Combined 87 mpge
Range 226 miles (EPA estimate)

Dimensions
Length: 174.8 inches
Width: 73.7 inches
Height: 62.8 inches
Wheelbase: 106.4 inches

Weights and Capacities
Curb weight: 4833 lbs.
Cargo volume (seats up/down): 24/49 cu ft
Front storage space (frunk): 0.7 cu ft

Calculated weight to power: 12.0 pounds per horsepower
Mfr’s claimed 0-60 mph: 4.5 seconds
Mfr’s claimed Top Speed: 112 (governed)
Government classified size: small sport utility vehicle 4wd

Options: Metallic paint, $695

Recorded
11th of January 2023

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[Anonymous-uvky]

The xc40 is better overall. It looks very similar and can be had for cheaper too so I don't understand the point of the c40 if it's the same car minus roof height. People buy a Volvo for the functionality followed by style so I don't know why Volvo even went ahead to waste the limited resources, time, and money they have on this versus putting that money to better use... after all, I thought swedes are resourceful and don't like wasting

[asw]

Volvo C40 is a scam! My 2023 Volvo C40 has a steering wheel that vibrates very badly, making it quite annoying and UNSAFE to drive, and Volvo doesn’t want to fix it. Lemon Law

[saltydog]

This looks silly to me. The XC40 is vastly better looking.