What is it?
The XC40 in its MY26 form is Volvo's small luxury SUV in MHEV and PHEV guise, with the pure-electric model now rebadged as the EX40. Three grades for Australia: Plus B4 FWD MHEV from $54,990, Ultra B5 AWD MHEV from $64,990, and the Recharge Ultra T5 PHEV from $69,990, all plus on-roads.
The lineup runs from Plus B4 at $54,990 plus on-roads, through to Recharge Ultra T5 at $69,990 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Google built-in infotainment is the usability benchmark in the small luxury SUV segment, and the Recharge T5 PHEV delivers 81 km WLTP EV range from a single charge.
5-year warranty trails the 7-year Korean luxury rivals, and Recharge T5 braked towing is capped at 1,500 kg.
Should you buy the XC40?
Reasons to buy
- Google built-in infotainment is the usability benchmark in the small luxury SUV segment, and the Recharge T5 PHEV delivers 81 km WLTP EV range from a single charge.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2018), full driver-assist suite.
- 452 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 1,800 kg.
Reasons to wait
- 5-year warranty trails the 7-year Korean luxury rivals, and Recharge T5 braked towing is capped at 1,500 kg.
- You want a pure-electric XC40 (now rebadged EX40), a 7-year warranty (Lexus LBX), or a roomier rear seat (BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA).
- Pure-electric buyers must now shop the rebadged EX40 separately. Rear-seat headroom is tighter than X1 or GLA for taller adults, so test fit before committing.
- Top trim climbs to $69,990 plus on-roads.
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