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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 GLA Comparison
Volvo C40
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Mercedes-Benz GLA
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2024 Volvo
C40
vs
2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLA
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
0.0
8.0
NA
0.0
Based on the Volvo C40 RECHARGE TWIN PURE ELECTRIC
Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLA
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
51L
459 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$74,990 - $87,990
$97,700
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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
NA
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
- AMG Aerodynamics Package (+$3,500)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
Reviews
NA
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1991 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 170kW - 300kW | 225kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 660Nm | 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 3000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
