Volvo C40 review: Better than XC40 Recharge & Tesla Model Y? | TotallyEV
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- Опубліковано 5 сер 2024
- Watch our review of the Volvo C40 to see how it compares to its sibling, the XC40 Recharge, and rivals such as the Tesla Model Y & Audi Q4 e-tron!
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Video timestamps:
Price: 00:00
Performance & handling: 00:35
Range: 03:27
Charging: 05:04
Interior tech: 05:52
Audio & cabin noise: 07:36
Comfort: 08:41
Cabin storage: 10:49
Convenience: 12:25
Boot space: 13:08
Exterior design: 15:05
Safety: 16:08
Visibility & parking: 17:46
Verdict: 18:31
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Find the best Volvo C40 deals: locally.link/LvAj
Read the C40/XC40 review on our website: totallyev.net/volvo-xc40-c40-recharge-review/
Review of the XC40's Harman Kardon audio system: totallyev.net/volvo-xc40-audio-review-harman-kardon-system/
Video timestamps:
Price: 00:00
Performance & handling: 00:35
Range: 03:27
Charging: 05:04
Interior tech: 05:52
Audio & cabin noise: 07:36
Comfort: 08:41
Cabin storage: 10:49
Convenience: 12:25
Boot space: 13:08
Exterior design: 15:05
Safety: 16:08
Visibility & parking: 17:46
Verdict: 18:31
Thank you again for a very useful video. I just bought a C40 -- I gave up on the Polestar because the local (Atlanta, Georgia - big market) dealer has still not opened after many months of promises, and the closest one was 250 miles away. This is slightly more FUN than the XC40, and was actually available. I still think the Polestar is far better looking, but, OK.
One functional note: Yes, the view out the back window is bad, but the Fold Headrest switch in the menus makes a huge difference.
The integration of the power delivery and braking of all four wheels in less than perfect conditions (everywhere!!) is excellent, as in the Polestar and XC40. The suspension tuning is very neutral and easy to balance front to rear with the throttle, or rather, go pedal. The seats have a large range of adjustment and hold you in nicely in hard corners. Just FUN.
Pleasure, glad you liked the review and thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Which trim (and motor) configuration did you go for?
I've had my C40 Recharge Twin for about 5 months and love it. The range is fine for what I need and the car is FUN to drive. One pedal driving is easy to get used to and there is no going back for me. Great car.
Thanks for sharing, glad you're enjoying it!
Really great review I drive a Volvo xc40 r design B4 I have driven an xc40 ev it was really amazing however it’s all oboist range until I watched this review and you explained about the device on range and where you can charge which makes it more acceptable 👍
Thank you, glad you found the review useful!
I own the C40 Twin with the Ultimate package and absolutely love it!!
Just like the one on review, glad you're enjoying it! What made you pick it over the XC40?
@@TotallyEV initially it was availability. I could get the C40 more quickly. I liked the boxy exterior of the XC40 a little more but prefer the interior of the C40, especially that Swedish mountain landscape with the ambient lighting. I also think the C40 drives a little better and for some reason the Harman Kardon sound system reverberates (for lack of a better term) a bit better in the C40. It could be completely in my head but it feels that way. Ultimately I think the C40 was the better choice for me. Thank you for this video by the way!!
With you on the driving element, not sure if it's placebo either, haha!
Appreciate the comment and thanks for sharing too :)
Lucky you!
@12:54 you can leave the AC on by pressing the AC menu and then "parking", there you can active the AC for 30minutes even if you shut the door. Too bad same can't be said about the infotaiment. Works from phone app too.
Thanks for sharing!
I love the design of this car that’s why I’m picking it over Tesla model Y
Thanks for sharing! Which model/trim are you getting?
You can easily use the voice controls to change the temps and seat heating without using the screen. You should have covered that.
Looks like you missed the segment where it was shown.
Very interesting video! The Volvo C40 is a good electric car with an excellent turn of pace, enough range and a quality interior.
Glad you liked the review!
How did you find the 20” wheels compared to 19” from a comfort and noise point of view? What about consumption ?
We didn't try them on the same vehicle, so can't comment.
Thank you for your useful video. What do you think about the slope of the rear seats, they are better (comport) than xc40 pure electric?
Glad you enjoyed the review! As for the rear seat comfort - identical in terms of comfort, but as mentioned the roof slope does take away headroom
Love the C40 too but I personally felt more connected with the XC40 Recharge and picked that car instead! But the C40 is nevertheless still an amazing car ☺️
Thanks for sharing! Which model did you end up getting exactly?
I bought a C40 First Edition slightly used... I have a Tesla Model Y Performance on order, but got tired of it getting delayed over and over again. Wonder what to do when it's finally ready! Sell the C40, and go with the Y, or keep the C40 and forget about the Y...
Depends what's the primary reason you're buying either vehicle for.
@@TotallyEV Road tripping in Europe 😇🌍🚗
@@Ipkiss737 then arguably the Tesla for its bettered range and charging infrastructure
I love my XC40 Recharge Twin. C40 does look very cool too 👏
Thanks for sharing!
thank you for the video. i dont have money for EV. but like volvo
Glad you liked the review, thanks for watching and for sharing your thoughts!
Note that while the C40 has a terrible rear view, the views of blind spots is quite good, much better than in the XC40 recharge, due to the latter's thick C-pillars. Also rear-seat passengers have better side views in the C40 than in the XC40 Recharge.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts; no issues here with side view visibility on the XC40, however.
@@TotallyEV I was going by what Thom Löv said in his review of the C40. He had previously owned an XC40.
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This Volvo C40 has a steering wheel vibration very bad when you drive 65 mph, Felt UNSAFE to drive, especially at high speeds. @Volvo, If you have a defective product, you need to take care of it, you know this is not the only one.
Didn't have such issues when testing! Maybe your tested model just wasn't wheel balanced.
@@TotallyEV I brought my Volvo C40 to a dealership for the vibration issue 5 times, and both the dealer mechanic and manager, as well as a Volvo engineer, have experienced and acknowledged the vibration issue I've been having, I have all the video evidence to prove that. However, despite contacting Volvo about the issue, they have stopped replying to my emails. I will contact local news and file a Lemon law
Sorry to hear that!
Ridiculous a car of this price does not come with the heat pump as standard across the range
Better than Tesla MY? Um, no!
Many would argue it is!
I drove both. Tesla is bigger but not better
this care maybe built better than a y but it's not a better car
How'd you rate the Model Y over this one?
Lol seriously. U answered it urself. Better built is important.