2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Full Review and Impressions - Allcarnews

The 2022 VolvoC40 Recharge is still the latest EV from the Swedish brand yet I found it to be a mixed bag and a hard pill to swallow for non-volvo loyalists.

The Pros: ⠀
+The styling is EPIC, one of the best looking EVs on the road with its unique shape, pixel LED lights, and swanky rear taillights.

+The sloping roofline helps to improve EPA range numbers… but they overall are still disappointing.

+The interior and controls are great if you are familiar with the Volvo ecosystem and are fully vegan. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

⚡️ @Alllcarnews Spec Sheet: The C40 packs a battery with 75kWh of usable space and has an EPA claimed 225 miles of range.. I barely could get 200miles. The C40 is capable of 150kWh DC fast charging with up to 80% from 0% in 40min. These numbers are disappointing compared to vehicles thousands cheaper like the EV6 or ioniq5.

The C40 comes only with 2 electric motors to make 402HP, 0-60 in 4.3sec. ⚡️

The Cons:
-The Android Automotive based infotainment software is glitchy, confusing and filled with complex menus while the driver’s display lacks any sort of configuration. 360 cameras are basic in function.

-Interior build quality is solid though materials feel sparse and are primarily plastics, recycled material or vegan leather. The rear blindspots with the sloping roofline are horrific.. enough said.

-This car was not designed for any sort of performance or corner carving driving with a light disconnected steering feel, and high seating position. ⠀⠀⠀⠀

-For an as tested price of over $60,000, I would advise to spend your money elsewhere.

The C40 is a looker for shore and has some benefits being within the Volvo family, primarily their commitment to safety. But the what the C40 lacks is any sort of soul or substance, frankly, it feels like an appliance, and an expensive boutique one at that.

#XC40 #C40 #Volvo

index:
0:00-7:22 Exterior
7:22-16:09 Interior
16:09-27:05 POV Drive

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[aqimjulayhi]

The car that earned you lots of Malaysian visitors on your Instagram page, just to bash that one car dude that we proudly disown. Haha. Great review!

[MeanderingMoose]

Nice detailed review. However, those are not pixel headlights on this particular car; just the regular LED headlights.

[onthelake]

Afaik C40 doesn't have Android Auto, so you would opt for BT-audio connection with Android. Therefore the wireless charger makes sense. Also, it's convenient for the co-drivers phone, so no additional cable is needed.

[bosternou]

How tall are you? 😅 the only thing that is making me question it is the low headroom at the back..