Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $57,040 (Base): $41,295 (Core Non AWD)
Seating Capacity: 4 or 5
Standard Equipment (Test Model): 20-inch wheels; 8-speed automatic transmission; a mild hybrid system; heated front seats; power front seats; glovebox with fold out hook; a two-zone automatic climate control system; black roof rails; auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors; waste bin in front armrest; adaptive cruise control system; a pilot assist system; Google built-in with Google maps; and smartphone charging
Options: heated steering wheel; heated rear seats; power passenger seat; air purification system; 12-volt power outlet; removable folding load floor with grocery bag holders; Harman Kardon premium sound system; park assist camera;360-degree camera; fog lights; pixel headlight technology; power child rear door locks; front seat mechanical cushion extension; laminated panoramic sunroof with power sunshades; pilot assist; and 21-inch wheels
Other Trim Levels:
Core
Plus
Black Edition
Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 12-speaker AM/FM audio system with SiriusXM
Android/Apple
CarPlay: Yes
Bluetooth
Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 4 years or 50,000 miles
Powertrain
Warranty: 4 years or 50,000 miles
Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs
Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder turbo engine/247-hp
Standard Fuel Mileage: 20-city/26-hwy (test model)
What’s New: For the 2026 model year, a new Black Edition trim is available.
Why:
A youthful, stylish design
Infotainment system provides pollen count and air quality count
A premium audio system
Easy-to-operate
Sporty driving characteristics
18, 19 and 20-inch wheels
High-level of safety driving aids
A co-pilot assist steering system
A radar activated cruise control syste,
Available front wheel drive or AWD
A variety of powertrains
Supportive front seats with front seat extensions
A power panoramic moonroof
A wireless charger
Google Built-In
But:
Pricey
No brake hold feature
The high-tech, entry-level XC40, with its minimalist interior layout, is available in four trims. Consumers can opt to pay for an all-wheel drive or the standard front wheel drive configuration. Depending upon the trim, the boxy looking compact crossover is available with such features as a heated steering wheel, a panoramic power sunroof, a co-pilot assist driving system and a premium audio system.
Moreover, the engaging XC40, with its sporty driving dynamics, is powered by a mild hybrid powertrain. Unlike the B4 front wheel drive model, the B5 all-wheel drive model produces 247-horsepower, which is 53 more than the B4 front wheel drive mild hybrid. The downside is that all-wheel drive model has a lower fuel driving range than the front-wheel drive model.
And while the vehicle oozes character and a host of thoughtful touches such as hook designed for groceries or a handbag, there are some notable quirks. They range from Volvo’s complicated swipe-like dating infotainment center to the healthy price tag once the vehicle is loaded up with options to the lack of a fully dedicated hybrid powertrain to enhance the MPG.
Overall, the XC40 is an alternative to those who want to opt out of the Japanese and German luxury compact competitors.
Competition: Audi Q3; BMW X1; Lexus NX; and Mercedes-Benz GLA
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