2024 Volvo XC40 vs 2024 Tesla Model Y | WHICH IS THE BEST ELECTRIC CROSSOVER?

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[spirosts]

hello from Greece! It has been 3 weeks since I've got my XC40 MY2024 Extended range RWD. The car is fantastic. Volvo's build quality is amazing, the seats, the interior, everything is a real premium experience. Car's range in a combination of highway and city rides goes from 470 to 520km. How much more kilometers would you need? Both trip and daily use can be done easily, max DC charge is 205 kW. The infotainment system is so well integrated to the design, without having enormous screens in the middle of nowhere. This is a modern family EV, with a lot of power and quality. Well done Volvo.

[Mettabosna]

As an engineer at Volvo Cars in Gothenburg, i appreciatethe review.

[seatroutonfilm]

C40 for us. The most beautiful of the three!❤ Can't wait for November 😋

[mdshovel]

Better build quality and Scandinavian simplicity - my wife can drive the XC40 without having to think about all the touchscreen options. I can get a fridge or 2 book cases in the back plus has roof rails for a rack ... and...it isn't a Tesla 🙃

[patrick]

I'd go for the Volvo. Has the phantom braking issue been resolved with Tesla? I was in one a couple of years ago and it scared the hell out of me. I don't know how people deal with that.

[berthogendoorn]

Thanks Kris, yes if it was not for the very poor CCS1 charging here in Canada (North America), I test drove the 2023 XC40 and it was such a nice car, but I did tell the Volvo dealer we would wait for the more efficient and longer range 2024. In the meantime, after I got my 2023 Ioniq 5 finally fixed with the no Fast DC charging (took 7 months and 6 service visits) I decided on the Model Y Long Range AWD back in April (still the Fremont built as now Tesla Canada is getting them from China now with less range (LG batteries are about 79KWH verses 82KWH for the Panasonic batteries in N.A. Tesla Model Y's Long Range). Cannot deny the extra space in the funk and under storage trunk on the Tesla, was really great for towing a tent trailer this past summer and camping. If I recall Volvo are also going with VTG on the 2024 model, which would be especially great for camping. We used an ECOFLO solar charger plugged in to the rear 12volt outlet (actual 16volt) on the Tesla Model Y.

[dwylhq]

We are debating upgrading from our Tesla Model 3

because it’s too low to the ground so the front bumper and protective panel often scrape on the ground going over speed bumps and unavoidable potholes.🙄

We are considering the Volvo XC40 instead of Model Y. 💭

Thanks for this brief comparison, Kris. ❤️

[DJFAmenHeavy]

Volvo everytime. Much more classy than Tesla. So many Tesla’s on the road, they are the modern day Ford Mondeo.

[m.]

As an EV, specs, range, speed and room the Y is superior. I’ve driven both, and i own a Polestar 2 so i can give a bit of comment i guess. But…. The Y is ugly, just like me so that might be a match ;-)

[rempha]

Actually Model Y WLTP range with default 19” is 565km

[picsou]

Thank you so much for this video! However, given the huge difference in size between these two vehicles, both in terms of width and length, I don't think they're comparable.

[jondigene]

Better ride and build quality makes me go for XC40

[MadMonkMan]

Confused by the range stats here. MY AWD is 494 km (approx). Considering going for the XC40 2024 model year and I thought the range is considerably less...like 409 km with the twin AWD. I can confirm the MY because I have one but trying to get a consistent answer for the Volvo. I know it depends on weather and speed but if we say good weather on the hwy what is the real world range...409km ? (I am speaking in EPA terms). If your comparing the MY AWD with the XC 40 RWD then I can see the near equivalent conclusion for range but that is not what your slide at 7:31 says. Efficiency is yet another matter and I think the energy consumption for both AWD will find the MY much better. Please correct me if I am wrong on this because I really want to swtich for other reasons (comfort for one). thanks

[thorsev]

Nice video, mostly in agreement. But I’m surprised about you not liking the seats in the Tesla. I can sit for hours in Model 3 and Y and not have any issues (I have lower back problems). Can’t say the same about many other brands. Volvo seats are also great though.

[snabbis]

The comfort and pixel light is What make me choose Volvo.

[kr]

Hello, I’m trying to decide before the Volvo XC40 and the Audi Q4 45 Quattro. I have three boys two of them teenagers. Mainly for school runs. Any advice appreciated. Thanks.

[ronedwards]

C40 RWD and Tesla Model Y long range have similar range. But Tesla is killing it. $45, 000 for the long range. The C40 RWD Ultimate trim is over $60, 000.

[lee_carter]

I considered both and longed for the model Y since launch. I must say I was a little underwhelmed by the interior of the Tesla and how harsh the ride was on UK roads even on stock wheels. I love their tech and I am a tech fan. I spent my money on a Volvo XC40. Why you may ask, well its how the car actually drives and makes you feel. Put the Ipad aside and I like to use some buttons still and also like to have a display in front of me. The interior of the Volvo is nicer in my opinion. The google infotainment is ok but not a spot on Tesla, however I can see this getting better over time. When most of me time is the act of driving the tech only forms a small part. Do I want full self driving. No and the partial is good in this car as it is in our Kia Niro EV. Others players are catching up but Tesla are on the leading edge and have huge advantages with their charge network ... however this is and will open up further over time to others. Both are great cars, buy what your heart says and wallet can afford and enjoy, whatever that may be.

[corabbring]

Thanks for the video. I chose the Volvo. I think the exterior, but especially the interior, is much nicer than that of the Tesla. Tesla is the forerunner of all electric cars and has a fantastic charging network, but I think the quality is generally mediocre.

[dwayneeddie-fg]

Few errors in your video. Charge speed for example; Model Y has a top charge rate of 250kW vs 200kW on the Volvo. Also you don't need to only go to a Supercharger to get those speeds in a Tesla, any 350kW of any brand of will.