Volvo C40 review: Better than XC40 Recharge & Tesla Model Y? | TotallyEV

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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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Alternatives to consider:
Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin (its SUV sibling): totallyev.net/volvo-xc40-recharge-twin-review/
Tesla Model Y (long-range SUV): totallyev.net/tesla-model-y-review-best-electric-s…
Skoda Enyaq iV (long-range & very spacious): totallyev.net/skoda-enyaq-iv-review-volkswagen-id-…
Audi Q4 e-tron (stylish & good range): totallyev.net/audi-q4-e-tron-review-best-electric-…
Audi e-tron (very spacious & comfortable): totallyev.net/audi-e-tron-review-best-premium-all-…
BMW iX3 (best driver's feel): totallyev.net/bmw-ix3-review-best-drivers-feel/
Jaguar I-Pace (fun to drive & luxurious): totallyev.net/jaguar-i-pace-review-better-than-new…
Kia EV6 (good range & spacious): totallyev.net/kia-ev6-review-the-hyundai-ioniq-5-a…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 (futuristic & spacious): totallyev.net/hyundai-ioniq-5-review-better-than-t…
Kia e-Niro (good range and spacious): totallyev.net/kia-e-niro-review-the-best-all-elect…
Hyundai Kona Electric (good range & compact): totallyev.net/hyundai-kona-electric-review/
Kia Soul EV (feature-packed): totallyev.net/kia-soul-ev-review-better-than-kia-e…
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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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All Comments (21)
  • @TotallyEV
    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-kardo… 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
  • @sidewaysluke
    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.
  • @Ozefan2580
    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.
  • @alexc6946
    I own the C40 Twin with the Ultimate package and absolutely love 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 👍
  • @JM20562
    I love the design of this car that’s why I’m picking it over Tesla model Y
  • @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.
  • @BlackPenquinn
    You can easily use the voice controls to change the temps and seat heating without using the screen. You should have covered that.
  • @dcbel
    Very interesting video! The Volvo C40 is a good electric car with an excellent turn of pace, enough range and a quality interior.
  • @dizzydiz
    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 ☺️
  • @bosternou96
    How did you find the 20” wheels compared to 19” from a comfort and noise point of view? What about consumption ?
  • @BHBeckenbauer
    I love my XC40 Recharge Twin. C40 does look very cool too 👏
  • @cvitawat
    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?
  • 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.
  • @sdfwcsetv
    thank you for the video. i dont have money for EV. but like volvo
  • @Ipkiss737
    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...
  • @asw2005
    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.
  • @taylordoo0077
    Ridiculous a car of this price does not come with the heat pump as standard across the range