XC40

XC40 is a compact luxury crossover SUV from Volvo Cars, introduced in 2017 for the 2018 model year as the smallest member of the Volvo lineup. It is built on the CMA platform developed with Geely, designed to combine city practicality with safety and efficiency. The exterior features Volvo’s signature Thor’s Hammer LED daytime running lights, a sculpted body, and a raised ride height. Inside, the cabin emphasizes minimalism, high-quality materials, and flexible storage with split-folding rear seats and configurable cargo space.

Powertrain options include gasoline engines (T3, T4, T5) and a plug-in hybrid variant known as XC40 Recharge. In 2020, Volvo introduced the fully electric XC40 Recharge, a dual-motor electric SUV delivering around 400 horsepower and a range in the low 200 miles on a charge. The plug-in Hybrid Recharge combines a petrol engine with an electric motor, enabling all-electric driving for short trips and reduced emissions. Standard safety features include City Safety with automatic emergency braking, Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving aid, lane-keeping assistance, and blind-spot information. Infotainment evolves with touchscreen systems and smartphone integration, and Volvo has pursued ongoing updates to the interface and driver-assistance technology. Trim levels have included Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription, offering different styling and interior options. The XC40 competes with compact luxury rivals such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes GLA, and has remained a core model in Volvo’s lineup with ongoing updates to safety, powertrains, and connectivity.