Verdict
B
EV · Sweden · 2021-Present
Volvo C40 Recharge
Volvo C40 Recharge — spec data and generation history.
Years
2021-Present
Generations
1
Segment
EV
The C40 is the coupe-SUV variant of the XC40 Recharge — same CMA platform, same battery options, same powertrains, sloping roofline. Launched 2021 as Volvo's first EV-only model. Single-motor FWD (235 bhp, 67 kWh, ~298 miles WLTP) or twin-motor AWD (402 bhp, 78 kWh, ~340 miles). Built in Ghent (Belgium), then 2024 single-motor moved to RWD with new motor for better efficiency. If you want XC40 Recharge but with style and a smaller boot, the C40 is the answer. Ghent build quality solid, software has improved post-2023 OTA updates.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2021-Present
Mk1
→
Twin-Motor AWD — 402 bhp, 0-62 in 4.7s.
Verdict
B
BHP
402
0–60
4.7 s
Top
112 mph
MPG
340 mi range
Used
£24,000-£48,000
- + Coupe-SUV looks
- + Twin-motor genuinely fast
- − Boot smaller than XC40
- − Glass roof fixed
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2021-Present · Mk1
- Google Built-in OS bugs (early)
- 12V battery weak
- Charging port lock failure
- Heat pump rattle (post-2023)
Rivals
Tesla Model Y · Polestar 2 · Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback · Volvo XC40 Recharge