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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 Polestar Polestar 2 Comparison
Volvo C40
Polestar Polestar 2
2024 Volvo
C40
vs
2024 Polestar
Polestar 2
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
8.1
0.0
Based on the Volvo C40 RECHARGE TWIN PURE ELECTRIC
Based on the Polestar Polestar 2 LONG RANGE SINGLE MOTOR 78kWh
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingWarranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
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MSRP
$74,990 - $87,990
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Production 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
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Handsome, muscular design
- Excellent Android-based infotainment
- Confident, polished driving experience
Misses
- Active safety and driver assists shouldn't be optional
- Interior is tight, and lacks storage
- An appealing update is due this year
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Ready To Buy
Specs
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| Size (L) | ||
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| Induction | ||
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| Camshaft | ||
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| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
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| Power | ||
| 170kW - 300kW | - | |
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| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 660Nm | - | |
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| Bore Stroke | ||
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| Compression Ratio | ||
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