Millennial here. Just bought a T4 R Design for my wife. White with black roof and Cheeto, I mean Lava, carpet. Ordered it to get all the options she wanted. She loves it. The R Design key is leather-covered.
I love how the music montage at the beginning ended with the crescendo of the music and fade to black in the sunset. Smashed that Volvo right into every movie in the early 90s
But how could the average millennial (in the US at least with our debt) afford such a thing? I think it would be more accurate to say “the entry level luxury car millennials will get if they have generous parents.”
FozWasHere dude I’m an accountant! I know some kids go that route you described but not all. It’s a bigger problem than just those majoring in philosophy and coffee. I had a partial scholarship and financial assistance but tuition is no joke and I still needed pretty serious loans.
Oceanic Flight sounds about right. I think Honda hr-v as well as far as crossovers go. I think the new Corolla hatch is a solid buy for millennials, especially if you want the manual. Can’t go wrong with something like a Honda Fit either.
Not just millenials, but this is a car for every demographic. Tho, this baby blue and white top screams more for 55+ women. I'm a 40yo male and have a black with red interior. Love it!
Really appreciate a review of a baseline model. Every reviewer shows me the top spec which-- most people aren't getting and can't afford- and it has tons of cool stuff but... they aren't in the model people will actually get. So this was nice to see what the average buyer will get.
Absolutely appreciate all your hard work you put into producing amazing videos. I am absolutely perplexed on how I millennial could afford without going into massive debt a $45,000 Volvo. I think this speaks to a larger problem of I have to have it right now.
Me and my wife took turns test driving this car weeks ago (T5 momentum)... looks nice, acceleration is good, road noise in the backseat is somewhat loud, interior (console, steering wheel controls) feels toy-like instead of luxurious. The exterior design is good and has kept the volvo feel of it. The asking price is somewhat high as compared to the Acura RDX tech we test drove on that same day. Between the two you the RDX is worth every penny.
Oh my, why is everyone talking about the price and what they can or can't afford but not about the car or review 🙄 Amazing review and this babe is beautifullll 😍
@@theredline ok thanks red line review hey got a question for the money should I get a Ford fiesta St or Corolla hatchback yrs but I really want suv and after your review cause I like the look of telluride but could probably only lease cause it's like 43 ,000 for one but I hope it doesn't have the cvt cause I hate those there hum drum sounding well good luck redline
Another great video Sofyan. This is the coolest Volvo in decades. This was a car I requested you to review and you did it. Thanks. Also is their any chance you could review the new BMW Z4 m40i in the near future?
I love how these car companies think somehow, magically, your income takes a dramatic increase over the course of 3 - 4 years. You lease the 30K car, then in 36, months you can afford the 60K car...
Excuse me? What millennials are spending $700 a month before insurance? All these luxury brands are trying to expand into the millennial market but most can't afford to be paying 35-40k for a damn car. Lease it to some old folk for 3 years and we'll pick it up afterwards when it's only $20k with 27k miles on it. I did this with a fully loaded Lincoln MKZ (Original sticker price $45k) and wouldn't do it any other way. Tell my employer to double my salary and THEN I'll consider dropping 40k on a damn car.
@@XvFenixvX Ah my bad, when you right, you right. That's very odd though. Insurance prices differently based on gender, age, prior record, etc. I wonder how they would keep the same price for everyone. Does anything change if you get a speeding ticket? Huh.
@@TryHardSasquatch idk but it is an interesting idea. I would never get one because they are too pricey but as far as leases go its kind of a neat concept
@@TryHardSasquatch Group insurance....... like your health care insurance is lower through your employer Group plan then if you get an individual plan.
I watch stuff like this all the time.. you are the best I have seen.,,. you know your shit, and present a great amount of information fast! I drove one of these and loved it.. but Im not sure what Im going to buy,. I am currently in the market.
I am a Volvo fanboy. I have had more than I can count new and used. I love how Volvo has reinvented themselves in recent years. Unfortunately they have become a bit of a boutique brand now. I can’t afford them. Ha. Maybe in a few years
Volvo drive trains are great. They only get better with time and once broken in they really wake up. I recently test drove a 2017 XC60 FWD base model with 86k miles already, and hot damn that thing was QUICK. Very impressed with Volvo, and hope to actually purchase one once my crappy Chrysler is paid off. LOL
People need to realize Geely provides the money and the Swedes still develop and design Volvo’s. These Volvo still feel like Volvo. Most of the hate is buyers remorse from people who brought the everyday run of the mill BMW, Audi, or Mercedes that you see at every stoplight!! Don’t hate just appreciate how Volvo doesn’t follow the crowd
This is priced almost identically to a CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve with the turbo motor (~35k MSRP). Given Mazda lately wanting to push more upscale, I think they have more work to do when it comes to fit and finish when compared to someothing like this XC40.
@@GuiltyNoticer lmao it's interesting you're assuming I went to school for liberal arts, I have a B.S., still doesn't take away from the fact I have a lot of debt.
Interesting. I usually see pensioners in my area riding in C-HRs and XT5s, if and when they ever drive their cars. Most just call someone to pick them up now.
when this first came out I went with my wife to look at this , there is definitely interested from retired folks, I saw a few waiting to test drive. its small, nice looking , safe and relatively cheap , for a Volvo SUV.
While I like the XC40, as a millennial I would much rather a sedan. My first car was a sedan and my current car is a sedan. My next car will be another sedan. If I do get an SUV, it would have to be as a second car but not as a replacement. Great review as always! Love how informative you are!
Volvo's subscription service actually sounds like a pretty good deal for people who just want to drive a new car every couple years and not have to deal with anything else car related. Personally, I like to own my vehicles because I keep them for a much longer period, but a lot of people do get new cars frequently and this kind of plan is perfect for them.
Half of Millennials aren’t even interested in owning a automobile. Uber, Lift, Delivery services, renting etc. As a restaurant owner in a middle class area for 34 years I have seen so many changes but one that shocks me is the lack of interest to get a drivers license. Never mind owning a vehicle. That cost money and unless mom and dad dish our which is usually the case the young adults aren’t interested. They’ll even bum rides and when they show up late or no show they think nothing of blaming their ride like it’s normal. Not their responsibly to get to work on time it’s the rides fault. I fear the future.
Idc about Volvo but i love how they doing different stuff like two tone rims and paint color finally something different respect to them for trying something different
I really liked the XC 40 when we test drove it, one small problem with it though, once you start adding the extras to it to get a good spec level, you end up in XC 60 price territory, which while the XC 40 may be good, the 60 is better, we had the same issue with the XT4/5.
Volvo really did there thing with the XC40 it's different that's what I like about it. Very nice but I want my with the R line package to give it a sporty look. It has my name on it ☺️🙂
Thanks for showing the utility portion SUV (the rear cargo area). Much better than filling it with roller bags and without even putting the rear seats down.
They have a subscription program, mainly leasing but they throw in insurance which they don't mention much about, for 700+ dollars a month. Not bad if you Ubering all day but never going over 15K miles a year in it.
Thanks for such an in depth review! I'm so ready to get out of my Mercedes C300 when my lease ends early next year. I hate the infotainment system. Definitely eyeing this vehicle. Do you think Volvo will give us a 2020 update?
I have an Inscription. I didn't buy it because I aspired to a bigger vehicle. I wanted something small that can go up hills. With 248hp it is stupidly fast for where I live, and way faster than I should be trying to handle.
Millennial here.
Just bought a T4 R Design for my wife. White with black roof and Cheeto, I mean Lava, carpet. Ordered it to get all the options she wanted. She loves it.
The R Design key is leather-covered.
Now that is some inspirational Scandinavian intro music.
IKR! I was like, "huh?"
It is much better than the “EDM” intro
I'm shocked because usually it would be Gay pop music. 😗
I love how the music montage at the beginning ended with the crescendo of the music and fade to black in the sunset. Smashed that Volvo right into every movie in the early 90s
This channel might be the best detail-oriented channel in all of youtube. I always learn a lot.
I’ve been waiting for this exact car review from you! Yes!!
But how could the average millennial (in the US at least with our debt) afford such a thing? I think it would be more accurate to say “the entry level luxury car millennials will get if they have generous parents.”
Calisto Riviera get a useful degree not gender studies lol and scholar ships.
FozWasHere dude I’m an accountant! I know some kids go that route you described but not all. It’s a bigger problem than just those majoring in philosophy and coffee. I had a partial scholarship and financial assistance but tuition is no joke and I still needed pretty serious loans.
Calisto Riviera tru
Millennials are buying chevy trax and Ford eco sport. Not this.
Oceanic Flight sounds about right. I think Honda hr-v as well as far as crossovers go. I think the new Corolla hatch is a solid buy for millennials, especially if you want the manual. Can’t go wrong with something like a Honda Fit either.
Not just millenials, but this is a car for every demographic. Tho, this baby blue and white top screams more for 55+ women. I'm a 40yo male and have a black with red interior. Love it!
Still liking it? I’m looking at getting one in a few weeks possibly.
@@MrChadder007 - Absolutely! You will too. My 3 year lease is up in May, and I've had zero issues with it.
Really appreciate a review of a baseline model. Every reviewer shows me the top spec which-- most people aren't getting and can't afford- and it has tons of cool stuff but... they aren't in the model people will actually get. So this was nice to see what the average buyer will get.
I just love the style of presentation and music and editing etc of the video. This on top of the great information provided. You;ve got panache!
I hope anyone who reads this has a blessed day 🙏🏿
0riginal _Panda_Child you as well my friend
Grow up
thank you much! :)
Thanks nigga.
You too.
Absolutely appreciate all your hard work you put into producing amazing videos. I am absolutely perplexed on how I millennial could afford without going into massive debt a $45,000 Volvo. I think this speaks to a larger problem of I have to have it right now.
I pay $325 for my XC 40 and I’m Gen Z with 2.8k down payment
30 year old millennial (ugh) reporting in. My 2019 R-Design is the best car I've ever had or driven. I'm keeping this thing until I'm grey.
Me and my wife took turns test driving this car weeks ago (T5 momentum)... looks nice, acceleration is good, road noise in the backseat is somewhat loud, interior (console, steering wheel controls) feels toy-like instead of luxurious. The exterior design is good and has kept the volvo feel of it. The asking price is somewhat high as compared to the Acura RDX tech we test drove on that same day. Between the two you the RDX is worth every penny.
Love when he says " hard touch plastic "
If you live in the city or you simply don’t need a big car, this Volvo is perfect. Competition is all behind
Oh my, why is everyone talking about the price and what they can or can't afford but not about the car or review 🙄 Amazing review and this babe is beautifullll 😍
I'll take a T5 R-Design with the "Cheeto" Carpet please.
Ryan Littleton 😂😂
LAVA!
Doug said it lol
Doug lol
i’m 33 and i like this car a lot!!!!, maybe i’m biased because i love Volvo don’t know.
Can you review the telluride by Kia thank s
Yes!!
We're heading to Colorado tomorrow to film it! Expect the review to post either Thursday or Friday :)
Redline Reviews how about Hyundai Pallaside?
@@theredline ok thanks red line review hey got a question for the money should I get a Ford fiesta St or Corolla hatchback yrs but I really want suv and after your review cause I like the look of telluride but could probably only lease cause it's like 43 ,000 for one but I hope it doesn't have the cvt cause I hate those there hum drum sounding well good luck redline
@@ryansvloggingit5492 you're deciding between a fiesta/Corolla or a huge suv like the telluride?? 😯
Another great video Sofyan. This is the coolest Volvo in decades. This was a car I requested you to review and you did it. Thanks. Also is their any chance you could review the new BMW Z4 m40i in the near future?
Yesss you finally reviewed this vehicle! I'm actually looking at purchasing this now. Couldn't be at a perfect time!
How do you like it 2 years later? Im thinking of getting one myself
Love the classical intro music! I know EDM is more your thing but the change is nice.
The colour combination is very Citroën-style IMO. I love the little Sweden flag on the wing too!
Funny how its supposed to be a car for 20-35yr olds, but its priced so only 50 yr olds with midlife crises can afford it. Great job volvo...
Ya, that's me!
I’m 30 and can afford this. So can most of my similarly-aged friends. Sooooo yeah.
Not true...
Fellow norwegian here. 26 years old, can afford it.
I'm 44 and I have a Mercedes E450 coupe. Maybe in 6 years I'll downgrade to this.
Watching from Australia, have done so in many of your reviews.
You are one of the best.
I love how these car companies think somehow, magically, your income takes a dramatic increase over the course of 3 - 4 years. You lease the 30K car, then in 36, months you can afford the 60K car...
Loved the classical music great review as always bud
Excuse me? What millennials are spending $700 a month before insurance? All these luxury brands are trying to expand into the millennial market but most can't afford to be paying 35-40k for a damn car. Lease it to some old folk for 3 years and we'll pick it up afterwards when it's only $20k with 27k miles on it. I did this with a fully loaded Lincoln MKZ (Original sticker price $45k) and wouldn't do it any other way. Tell my employer to double my salary and THEN I'll consider dropping 40k on a damn car.
Facts
Insurance is included brother, rewatch that section of the video
@@XvFenixvX Ah my bad, when you right, you right. That's very odd though. Insurance prices differently based on gender, age, prior record, etc. I wonder how they would keep the same price for everyone. Does anything change if you get a speeding ticket? Huh.
@@TryHardSasquatch idk but it is an interesting idea. I would never get one because they are too pricey but as far as leases go its kind of a neat concept
@@TryHardSasquatch Group insurance....... like your health care insurance is lower through your employer Group plan then if you get an individual plan.
I watch stuff like this all the time.. you are the best I have seen.,,. you know your shit, and present a great amount of information fast! I drove one of these and loved it.. but Im not sure what Im going to buy,. I am currently in the market.
26:00 Why did you blur the speed in the speedometer? Because you were way over the speed limit?
LOVE MY XC40 2020 Rdesign T4 FWD :) it's amazing! love it!
Volvo is knocking it out of the park. Aside of the giant blind spot at the c- pillar, this is a great car.
I am a Volvo fanboy. I have had more than I can count new and used. I love how Volvo has reinvented themselves in recent years. Unfortunately they have become a bit of a boutique brand now. I can’t afford them. Ha. Maybe in a few years
Honda fanboy here, but I respect Volvo's top notch car game!
They ditched the I5! I will always be a Volvo fan with the older cars. Not the new.
How is maintenance in the long run? I’m worried with how much tech this has and how much it’s going to cost after warrantee
MrCarGuy20 love the 5 cylinder in my s40
BEST intro music yet
FYI: transmission in this car is solid. same one Toyota uses in the RX350.
Holly, I've never fall in love with a car like this!!! Jajajajaja love the XC40, and that color 😍😍😍😍😍😍
Yes its really nice. Got mines!😍
Nice. But living in the desert SW, I’m not buying a car that doesn’t offer ventilated front seats. Waiting to see if the new Audi Q3 will offer them.
Volvo drive trains are great. They only get better with time and once broken in they really wake up. I recently test drove a 2017 XC60 FWD base model with 86k miles already, and hot damn that thing was QUICK. Very impressed with Volvo, and hope to actually purchase one once my crappy Chrysler is paid off. LOL
I love this car!!!
I can't wait to test drive one!
People need to realize Geely provides the money and the Swedes still develop and design Volvo’s. These Volvo still feel like Volvo. Most of the hate is buyers remorse from people who brought the everyday run of the mill BMW, Audi, or Mercedes that you see at every stoplight!! Don’t hate just appreciate how Volvo doesn’t follow the crowd
I think it’s great but I want an S60.
This is priced almost identically to a CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve with the turbo motor (~35k MSRP). Given Mazda lately wanting to push more upscale, I think they have more work to do when it comes to fit and finish when compared to someothing like this XC40.
Mike R if you sit in both this interior is a class above the Mazda easily and the way it drives too
I'll get this car if it pays off my debt 👍🏽 pretty sure that's the only way a millennial will get one
Isaiah Cochran right who has $600/month for a lease payment?
@@GuiltyNoticer lmao it's interesting you're assuming I went to school for liberal arts, I have a B.S., still doesn't take away from the fact I have a lot of debt.
@@GuiltyNoticer "own" a GX.
No, more like $20,000 underwater on a loan.
lol speak for yourself..I can easily afford it, so can 99% of my other "millennial" friends
What age range are the millennials now? For real.
Volvo makes some of the nicest interiors. There is nothing cheap about the quality and feel of the material they use.
I see retired folks driving this over millennials.
Interesting. I usually see pensioners in my area riding in C-HRs and XT5s, if and when they ever drive their cars. Most just call someone to pick them up now.
when this first came out I went with my wife to look at this , there is definitely interested from retired folks, I saw a few waiting to test drive. its small, nice looking , safe and relatively cheap , for a Volvo SUV.
Exactly! Most Volvo drivers are far past 50.
That's because we're broke
Dima K haha I'm a 16 year old Volvo driver! I have a 2007 s40
While I like the XC40, as a millennial I would much rather a sedan. My first car was a sedan and my current car is a sedan. My next car will be another sedan. If I do get an SUV, it would have to be as a second car but not as a replacement. Great review as always! Love how informative you are!
Can you update this with a review of the 2020 xc40 r design t5???!! Please
the colour combo really stands out
DREAM CAR LIKE THIS IS SO GORG
Volvo's subscription service actually sounds like a pretty good deal for people who just want to drive a new car every couple years and not have to deal with anything else car related. Personally, I like to own my vehicles because I keep them for a much longer period, but a lot of people do get new cars frequently and this kind of plan is perfect for them.
LMFAO @ choice of intro music.
Half of Millennials aren’t even interested in owning a automobile. Uber, Lift, Delivery services, renting etc. As a restaurant owner in a middle class area for 34 years I have seen so many changes but one that shocks me is the lack of interest to get a drivers license. Never mind owning a vehicle. That cost money and unless mom and dad dish our which is usually the case the young adults aren’t interested. They’ll even bum rides and when they show up late or no show they think nothing of blaming their ride like it’s normal. Not their responsibly to get to work on time it’s the rides fault. I fear the future.
Idc about Volvo but i love how they doing different stuff like two tone rims and paint color finally something different respect to them for trying something different
I saw a T5 XC40 today in Hilton Head Island,SC.
I really liked the XC 40 when we test drove it, one small problem with it though, once you start adding the extras to it to get a good spec level, you end up in XC 60 price territory, which while the XC 40 may be good, the 60 is better, we had the same issue with the XT4/5.
Love the music choice on this one
what is Amazon Blue? Last time I recall the Amazon was green.
Nice looking car but not a big fan of the back but which millennial can afford this, but it looks great
Agreed. If it looked closer to the Xc60 or even the sedans, I'd like it more.
Woaaaah! Thank You Sofyaaaan! Thanks Redline Reviews!
Outstanding review & Great Video!!!
Volvo really did there thing with the XC40 it's different that's what I like about it. Very nice but I want my with the R line package to give it a sporty look. It has my name on it ☺️🙂
I opted for the cheaper but just as good vw tiguan and I'm completely satisfied
I really like this little volvo.
i love the way this car looks. reminds me of the new 4 runner
Can you move Apple Carplay or Android Auto to the top of the screen? is too low for my taste.
Thanks for showing the utility portion SUV (the rear cargo area). Much better than filling it with roller bags and without even putting the rear seats down.
When are you going to review the Mazda 3, Sofyan? I know you want to lol
thanks for the update@*_•hxxcker.reshirm•_*
2020 XC40 Rdesign and love driving it
The R-design and Inscription have black leather wrapped key fobs, and as far as the rear heated seats, they are only offered in Europe.
I also love that blue
That music intro sounded like some Christmas song at the begging
perfect vehicule for millenials. i live in canada and this thing cost 66,900 fully loaded. i know no millenials that can afford this.
22:10 If you listen closely, you can hear the BPV/BOV. Sounds pretty neat!
What is adaptive steering? And why is it so important
That symphony tho 👌👌👌
Ah, the ole "walk to nowhere" in the intro.
Thanks.. the review I’ve been waiting for!
Auto vlog guy should be review ing it his from sweden
can you do a review any type of Lincoln cars?
This car doesn't attract me, maybe because I'm a Gen Z.
35 here and 99% of millennials can't afford this because they're too busy being wage slaves.
55 and not feelin' it either...
Yeah everytime I saw somebody drive a xc40 it was a 40-50 year old woman on the way to get her nails and hair done
I'm a millennial and also hate it. It's a boring Volvo. lol No thanks.
@@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials Seattle is full of Millennials who work in tech that can absolutely afford this little ute
They have a subscription program, mainly leasing but they throw in insurance which they don't mention much about, for 700+ dollars a month. Not bad if you Ubering all day but never going over 15K miles a year in it.
1Post Daily nd problems with the powertrain to many miles
Thanks for such an in depth review! I'm so ready to get out of my Mercedes C300 when my lease ends early next year. I hate the infotainment system. Definitely eyeing this vehicle. Do you think Volvo will give us a 2020 update?
I love this car 4 its safety features 😍😍🤗🤗🤗🤗
It's definitely the safest in its class. Not sure if it has any other redeeming factors over a regular hatch.
Why do you blur the speed, lol, driving 60mph on a 35mph road a bit illegal?
Volvo is a great brand
Yes really really nice brand
Trenton_ A but I prefer Ford over chevy
I like those vents
Great review, good looking car, a little out of my price range, but these days, what isn't?
It's the final countdown
does it come in black?
Great review Sofyan- Would like to know how you would compare this to the Mazda CX5 signature trim that you recently reviewed.
can u review the chevrolet blazer rs trim please
You said the back seats do not fold. You had to have meant 'recline'. What's the point of an SUV that doesn't have folding back seats!?
I cant see this color option here in LA.
I have an Inscription. I didn't buy it because I aspired to a bigger vehicle. I wanted something small that can go up hills. With 248hp it is stupidly fast for where I live, and way faster than I should be trying to handle.
What is up with the leather on the bottom cushion of the driver's seat? Already creased??
Great review!! Thank you
When does the electric one come out
Okayyy I see your style today! Looking good !😍
I've seen this car in person, it looks as good in person as the video or pictures. Need a hybrid or ev version.