Volvo C40 Recharge 175kW Recharge Plus 69kWh 5dr Auto Review
Category: Electric SUV
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Volvo C40 Recharge reviewIf you’re sold on the looks and can accept the practicality penalties of the C40, it stacks up well compared with its immediate competition, especially on performance. It’s also a refined and pleasant electric car to drive, justifying its premium billing. The regular XC40 Recharge offers similar performance and is a better all-rounder, though, so we’d recommend going for that instead.
The trim
See full equipmentMid range Plus adds adaptive cruise control, gesture control for the powered tailgate, powered driver’s seat, heated steering wheel and heated rear seats.
The engine
See full engine specsThis smaller battery option (which replaces the 170kW) is coupled to a single electric motor that drives the rear wheels. It produces 235bhp and is quick enough to get the C40 from 0-62mph in 7.4sec.
