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2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin review
The C40 may look like style over substance, but there's plenty to like about this 300kW EV crossover. Unusually, an update is already coming.
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James Wong
Volvo C40 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE Comparison
Volvo C40
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Mercedes-Benz EQE
2024 Volvo
C40
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
EQE
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Luxury
Driving the family
City drivingWarranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$74,990 - $87,990
$133,575 - $153,600
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Punchier than every similarly-priced rival
- Big car feel in a compact package
- Well featured, no cost options
Misses
- Range is decent but efficiency is not
- 20-inch rims make for a firm urban ride
- XC40 is the more practical choice
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Smooth, refined and comfy
- MBUX 2.0 remains a highlight
- Sharp pricing against rivals
Misses
- Expensive servicing
- Styling continues to polarise
- Back seat, boot could be more spacious
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Guard 360 degrees Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,600)
- MBUX Hyperscreen (+$6,700)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | - | |
| Power | ||
| 170kW - 300kW | 180kW - 215kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 660Nm | 550Nm - 765Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
