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Volvo XC40 Review, For Sale, Interior, Colours & Models in Australia

The Volvo XC40 is the Swedish brand’s smallest SUV to date – though it offers the smarts of a larger model packaged into its city-friendly compact dimensions.

The base model starts from $54,990, rising to $85,990 for the most expensive version. Since its Australian debut in 2018, the XC40 has been regarded as one of the better small luxury SUVs available, offering solidiity, sophistication, exceptional safety and strong performance from its petrol engine line-up, placing it ahead of most premium competitors. In 2020, a plug-in hybrid electric grade known as Recharge PHEV was announced, joined not long after that by the Pure Electric EV (electric vehicle) version.

Volvo XC40 Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Volvo XC40 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $54,990 and going to $85,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 SUV 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $54,990 $85,990
2023 SUV 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $50,270 $93,500
2022 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $45,210 $86,130
2021 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $43,450 $81,840
2020 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $41,360 $67,210
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Volvo XC40 Interior

The interior of the 2024 Volvo XC40 looks well-made with a chunky dashboard styling that includes lots of soft touchpoints throughout.

The mix of high-end materials enhances the premium feel but the synthetic leather upholstery found on the Plus mild-hybrid and Pure Electric variants doesn’t reflect this in terms of feel. The headliner on all Plus models is a black cloth. The Ultimate grades sport light grey headliners.

Every XC40 features a dashboard incorporating a vertical 9.0-inch multimedia touchscreen. The accent trims are a mix of brushed metal, woodgrain and piano-black gloss panel inserts.

Pure Electric variants have a mix of recycled and synthetic upholstery/trims. A leather-wrapped steering wheel comes standard on every model. On mild-hybrid Ultimate grades, the gear shifter is upgraded to a crystal shifter by Orrefors.

Volvo XC40 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Volvo XC40 SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 SUV 1652x1863x4440 mm 205 mm
2023 SUV 1657x1910x4440 mm 211 mm
2022 SUV 1652x1910x4425 mm 211 mm
2021 SUV 1652x1910x4425 mm 211 mm
2020 SUV 1652x1910x4425 mm 211 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo XC40 Dimensions

Volvo XC40 Colours

There are five standard colour options across the whole XC40 range - 'Onyx Black', 'Fjord Blue', 'Bright Dusk', 'Crystal White' and 'Sage Green'. 'Cloud Blue' and 'Vapour Grey' are exclusive to Pure Electric variants, while 'Black Stone', 'Fusion Red', 'Thunder Grey' and 'Silver Dawn' are exclusive to mild-hybrid variants.

  • Onyx Black
  • Fjord Blue
  • Bright Dusk
  • Crystal White
  • Sage Green
  • Black Stone
  • Fusion Red
  • Thunder Grey
  • Silver Dawn
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Volvo XC40 Boot Space

The boot space for all mild-hybrid and single motor variants is 452L when all five seats are in use. To accommodate the second motor, the boot capacity drops to 419L. Fold the 60/40 split-folding rear seat and available space expands to 1295 litres. All electric variants have a 31L frunk storage.

The boot features a level loading space but the floor can be folded to create a deeper storage ‘well’ when needed. The boot has manual levers to fold the rear row and a cargo cover.

Volvo XC40 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Volvo XC40 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • What electric car should I buy?

    We can understand your feelings about the centrally-mounted screen in the Tesla, though you do get used to it surprisingly quickly.

    As for the other models you’ve mentioned, we’ve had to get the crystal ball out to attempt to answer you!

    The Polestar 2 will be on sale by the end of 2020, if all goes to plan. The company will be pushing hard to make that happen. 

    The VW ID3 is likely not going to be here until 2021, likely the mid or latter part of that year. It certainly has a lot of potential, and with pricing set to start below $50,000, it could well be The People’s (Electric) Car. 

    There are other options coming, though it depends on your diary and your budget.

    You could consider the Tesla Model S, which may have been around for a while, but that also means it has a more traceable reliability history. It has a digital instrument cluster in the regular spot as well.

    Have you looked at the Jaguar i-Pace? It has a claimed range of 470 kilometres, though it is on the pricey side of the equation, starting from about $125,000.

    Indeed, a high price tag is a common theme among those EVs with big battery capacity and expansive driving range, because you’re basically covering the cost of the batteries with your money.

    For instance, there’s the Audi e-tron quattro, which is due here in early 2020. That model will have a range of “more than 400 kilometres”, and - we suspect - a price tag above $120,000. 

    The Mercedes EQC is about to go on sale, too. Range for that mid-size SUV is pegged at about 450 kilometres, but again, you can expect a high price tag.

    If 2021 isn’t too long to wait, there’s the Volvo XC40 Recharge coming then. Based on our previous experience with Volvo XC40s, it’ll be a great small SUV, with predicted range of 400km - though we think that’s understating it, because it has a 78kWh battery pack, and it has AWD too.

    At the more affordable end - though admittedly still not quite meeting your expectations for range - there’s the very impressive Hyundai Kona Electric, which has a WLTP range of 449km, and a price tag of around $65k. It isn’t all-wheel drive though.

    And MG is about to launch a real upstart in the segment, with the ZS EV hitting showrooms soon for $46,990 drive-away, albeit with a range of 262km. It’s also FWD only. 

    The Mini Cooper SE will also arrive in mid-2020, with pricing set to be less than $60k. But again, a range of 270km will likely rule it out for your needs, and its 2WD as well.

    Another new small EV due next year is the Mazda MX-30. Pricing is still to be confirmed, and range isn’t great at about 300km. It’s FWD too. 

    In short, at this point in time - and out towards the end of 2020 - it looks like you’ll either need to spend a big amount of money on a premium EV to get the best range possible, or you’ll have to get used to the Model 3’s screen. You could always get an aftermarket head-up display fitted…

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Volvo XC40 Accessories

Every 2024 XC40 is equipped with a wide range of standard accessories including auto LED headlights, keyless entry and start, a humidity sensor, dual-zone air-conditioning, power-folding side mirrors, a reversing camera, a 9.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, a 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster, a wireless charging pad, a head-up display, digital radio, wired Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, over-the-air Volvo app updates, a four-year subscription to Google Maps, Assistant and Play Store, front, rear and side parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring, a hands-free powered tailgate and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Volvo XC40 Towing Capacity

The Volvo XC40 has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2024 SUV 1500kg 2100kg
2023 SUV 1500kg 2100kg
2022 SUV 1500kg 2100kg
2021 SUV 1500kg 2100kg
2020 SUV 1800kg 2100kg
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Volvo XC40 Fuel Consumption

The Volvo XC40 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Electric, —, PULP and Hyb/PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.1L/100km for SUV /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2024 SUV 7.1L/100km 2.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 6.9L/100km 2.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 6.9L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2022 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 2.2L/100km 1.5L Hyb/PULP 7 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 7.9L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2021 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2021 SUV 2.2L/100km 1.5L Hyb/PULP 7 SP AUTO
2021 SUV 7.9L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2020 SUV 2.2L/100km 1.5L Hyb/PULP 7 SP AUTO
2020 SUV 7.2L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
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Volvo XC40 Wheel Size

The Volvo XC40 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x55 R18 for SUV in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 SUV 235x55 R18 235x55 R18
2023 SUV 235x55 R18 235x55 R18
2022 SUV 235x55 R18 235x55 R18
2021 SUV 235x55 R18 235x55 R18
2020 SUV 235x55 R18 18x8 inches 235x55 R18 18x8 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo XC40 Wheel Sizes

Volvo XC40 Engine

There are two engines and two motors available but they are variant-specific.

The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid is a RWD and has a four-cylinder turbo-petrol mild hybrid engine that produces a combined power output of 145kW/300Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid is an AWD and has a four-cylinder turbo-petrol mild hybrid engine that produces a combined power output of 183kW/350Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor is an RWD with a one-speed automatic transmission. It has a 69kWh lithium-ion battery and the single motor produces a combined power output of 175kW/330Nm. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is an AWD with a one-speed automatic transmission. It has a large 82kWh lithium-ion battery and the twin motors produce a combined power output of 300kW/670Nm.

Volvo XC40 Range

The range and combined fuel/energy consumptions varies between the engines/motors for the 2024 Volvo XC40 models but mild-hybrid variants use a minimum 95 RON unleaded petrol.

The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid has a combined fuel cycles figure of 7.1L/100km and a driving range of up to 761km. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid combined fuel cycle figure is 7.2/100km and a driving range of up to 750km. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor has a combined energy consumption figure of 171Wh/100km and a driving range of up to 415km (WLTP). The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor has a combined energy consumption of 190Wh/km and a driving range of up to 485km (WLTP).

Volvo XC40 Speed

The 2024 Volvo XC40 Plus B4 Mild Hybrid has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 8.4-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Ultimate B5 Mild Hybrid has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.4-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 7.3-seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor has a top speed of 180km/h and an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 4.8-seconds.

Volvo XC40 Seats

The 2024 Volvo XC40 has five seats in a 2/3 configuration. The rear row features a 60/40 split and ski-thru port, as well as, a fold-down armrest in the middle seat.

On all variants, front seats are electric and have manual extendable under thigh support. Both front seats have powered four-way lumbar support but only the driver’s seat has a two-position memory function.

On mild-hybrid Plus and Pure Electric variants the upholstery is a black synthetic material that sits between the feel of cloth and leather.

On the top-spec mild-hybrid Ultimate grade, upholstery is upgraded to a choice between Black or Blond leather.

On the top-spec Twin Motor grade, heated front and rear outboard seats come standard but for mild-hybrid variants, these features can be added as a part of the 'Climate Package'.