2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Consumer Reviews
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Single Motor Core (Editors' Pick) - $53,645 MSRP
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$41,046 Federal EV Tax Credit: not eligible The Single Motor Core trim does not qualify for the Clean Vehicle Credit.
Prices based on sales in FL thru 6/2/25
Final assembly in Belgium
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2024 XC40 Recharge, so we've included reviews for other years of the XC40 Recharge since its last redesign.
After many software updates, finally ready
Compy, 07/09/2021
updated 07/13/2023
2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
Bad enough that this car infotainment system does not have all the functions they advertise are available, but during the buying process, the staff never mentioned the system is half baked, and that it will be a while before it is SUPPOSED to be ready. The staff at Volvo Cars of Orange County knows nothing about the system either. They set me up with a button pusher to show me how it works, but knew nothing, thus the nickname "button pusher". DO NOT BUY THIS AUTO. Even the so-called experts on their 800 number are no help at all !!! UPDATE; read the title.
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drives great!
Lynn R, 07/27/2021
updated 02/03/2022
2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
The car drives great, but has a few software bugs. Infotainment system can require reset from time to time. App is not really as good as prior sensus system on the g as version but Google commands are cool. Car is like a regular car because it has a dash. Sits higher than a Tesla so more comfortable to drive. Volvo is useless. Customer sservice is untrained and not knowledgeable. Better info on Blog and Facebook sites
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Outstanding All Around Great EV
Steve Hieatt, 10/12/2021
2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
The XC40 P8 is a fantastically designed EV - inside and out. Great looking, well built, outstanding safety design and features, superb performance, very roomy for a small SUV. The only issue with this model - as noted by others - is that the new Google-driven infotainment system was not ready for prime time. Some features - CarPlay, USB streaming - aren’t even available until future software updates. SiriusXM just became available with October update. Have had minor issues with maps and connecting to Volvo OnCall app. BUT the bugs are getting worked out and overall the new system will end up being a big step forward. I would take the low ratings based on infotainment issues with a grain of salt. This is a fantastic EV.
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If James Bond was a soccer dad …
Robert G. , 07/17/2021
2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
I love this car — it is easily the coolest, safest, easiest, and fastest car I’ve ever experienced. A few other EVs (and even fewer fossils) might edge it out in torque, pickup, or handling — but you won’t notice the difference in ordinary driving conditions. You WILL notice (with glee) the agonized roar of gas-guzzling sports and muscle cars straining to keep pace as you leisurely zip ahead using only an energy-conscious fraction of your near infinite engine power. This car’s dangerously fun speed and handling are tamed by it’s superior and seamless safety systems. While other safety systems feel like an untamed stallion or stubborn mule fighting you for control, the XC40 recharge feels like a sci-fi extension of yourself, enhancing your own reflexes and awareness of the road. The car doesn’t feel like it’s going to drive itself — nor would you want it to, when driving it is so much fun. The experience is enhanced by the most luxuriously appointed interior of any EV I test drove. And the infotainment system (with Google Assistant) is almost too easy. I’m so spoiled that I have to remind myself to plan ahead a little before driving other vehicles — as I won’t be able to get directions, change destinations, call ahead to make reservations, get calendar reminders, make notes, etc. all by simple voice command without ever taking my eyes off the road. I’ve put an absurd number of miles on this car already, some weeks averaging 4 or more hours each day in all manner of conditions: from empty rural highways to congested commuter lanes. And words cannot express what a joy this car has been through it all. The best and simplest summary: I didn’t realize how stressful driving was until I drove this car and experienced just how easy, safe, and fun driving could be.
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Just About Ready To Buy, Until ...
Jewopaho, 06/08/2021
updated 06/08/2023
2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
11 of 19 people found this review helpful
Having researched this vehicle ad nauseum, I couldn't wait to drive it. It being a discounted demo, with an additional $2000 off via Costco, I figured it to be a slam dunk ... and it almost was. Living in Texas, where summer temperatures reach triple digits (and humidity is not far behind), the combination of ventilated seats and remote start is the ideal option package. Unfortunately, the former are not available on the XC40 series. Add the only interior color (virtually black), coupled with velour microfiber sitting areas, the result was a very uncomfortable experience. I actually checked to see whether the seat heater might be on. I noted this to the salesman upon returning, and was advised that I was hardly the first to bring this up. Additionally, power folding mirrors are not part of any package, something that's a great help when parking in my garage or a narrow space. You might think I'm nit-picking a bit (perhaps I am), but we're talking a $60k car here, which should be equipped accordingly. But if these matters aren't important to you, by all means check the Recharge out. It's a very well-made vehicle that performs brilliantly. It just doesn't work for me. UPDATE: Gave it another shot ... same result.
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