New Volvo C40 2022 Review

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This is the Volvo C40 Recharge! It’s effectively an all-electric version of the popular, petrol-powered XC40, and Mat’s on hand to see if it can compete fast-growing small electric SUV market!

For starters, it clearly looks relatively similar to the XC40, although that’s no surprise given they’re built on the same platform! There’s no mistaking it for an EV, however, with a lack of exhausts at the back and a blanked-out grille upfront.

Once you take a step inside, the same similarities are present, with the classic rectangular Volvo infotainment system upfront. So, not all that different to the XC40, but that isn’t exactly a bad thing!

When it comes to performance, the range-topping C40 comes equipped with a 75kWh battery pack which is good for a claimed range of 274 miles. The dual-motor version can also produce 408hp.

The only question is, can it justify the £45,000 starting price? You’ll need to stick with Mat to find out!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:40 Exterior Design
01:28 Interior
03:41 Back Seats
05:19 Boot
06:39 5 Annoying Things
08:15 5 Cool Things
09:44 Batteries & Charging
11:02 Town Driving
12:53 Motorway Driving
13:19 Twisty Road Driving
13:56 0-60mph
14:52 Verdict

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[TheBuslig]

I drive the XC40 D4 R-Design, same color like this one. I saw your review of it and it was the only small SUV you marked as 'Buy' at the final verdict. That's exactly what I did and oh boy, oh boy, super satisfied!

[andymurraywatson]

Did a test drive in the C40 and the XC40 and really couldn't tell them apart from a driving perspective. Opted for the C40 in the end as we dont need to put adults in the back most of the time and the styling is just better. Betting on a higher resell value as well.

[dominicrusho]

Nice, but on balance I would opt for a 1994 Fiat Croma

[Bosna]

I am sad that Volvo stopped the V40, it was such class of a car..

[muhammadaliakram]

Excellent so cool volvo never dissapoint and reviewing bye mat watson make it more classy love it mat . Stay happy. 👍👍❤😍

[UltimateMixing]

What a coincidence! I was just searching for some ads to do a school project on and I came across volvo, found their new C40 and just wanted to know more. And here you are uploading the video today! wow

[Jorgete]

I like so much the way you verdict the cars. As usual, a pleasure watching your videos ;)

[stopthefomo]

I've had it for 2 weeks, it's brilliant! The range is fine as a suburban commuter and the acceleration is fun. Google Automotive is better than Tesla's UI while the car is built like a tank. This is a way better driving experience than the Model Y which of course has best in class battery/motor technology, but it's not a great place to be day in day out.

[superamario]

Congratulations on your new arrival, Matt :)
Thought you looked a bit tired 😫

[paddybtipp]

thanks for doing this review matt, and your honest no bs opinion of this

[lollypoppeke]

I love that reviewing cars its so cool for us idk how you make our day😍

[timhebert]

Haha I love your reviews. You don’t make them boring while talking about the car

[janeloney]

Beautiful car! Absolutely love it. Always been a lover of volvo.

[vindevhunta]

Nice looking design..most car company DESIGN TEAM seem to be doing better than the guys over BMW .

[crocmeister]

Definitely going to go for the roomier XC40 variant! Way more practical for all passengers and storage. Cheers

[jorgschulze]

I am Looping from germany to your Chanel....you are just great !!!♡♡♡

[glowwurm]

I appreciate the honest reviews provided, you highlight pros and cons and provide practical evaluations. Seen some channels (erm fifth gear) whose reviews are utter bilge!

[ketanjangid]

The way of delivering knowledge about cars is an art and carwow has full command in it 🙏🏻

[karelbracke]

@carwow please add the range in km's when matt talks about it 🙌🏻

[VishalPandey-tfwp]

I have been looking for this video form last two days :D