Used Volvo XC40 for Sale nearPortsmouth, NH

How much does the Volvo XC40 cost in today's market?

Used Volvo XC40 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volvo XC40's current nationwide average price is $29,676, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $28,815 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volvo XC40 a good car?

Yes — the Volvo XC40 earns strong marks from owners for its safety, comfort, stylish design, and enjoyable driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the XC40 for its premium cabin feel, distinctive styling, and overall practicality. The model also gets consistent credit for being comfortable and pleasant to drive, with the interior quality and safety focus standing out across years.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

Recent expert reviews also point to a few recurring trade-offs, including touch-based controls that can be fiddly, rear visibility that can be poor, and cargo space that some shoppers may find limited.

36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volvo XC40 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the XC40 for its safety focus, comfortable ride, and upscale feel. Across the model years, it also earns positive feedback for its stylish design and enjoyable driving character.

• Owners rate the Volvo XC40 between 2 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is worth checking carefully on earlier examples, so a thorough history report and condition review matter most on older model years.

What should I look for when buying a used Volvo XC40?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 89.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Volvo’s Intellisafe suite of driver-assistance features is standard on the XC40.
• Infotainment: Android-based infotainment system with Google Maps and Google Assistant, plus Apple CarPlay and basic Bluetooth support.
• Fuel efficiency: 27 mpg combined (24 mpg city, 32 mpg highway) for B4 FWD models and 26 mpg combined (23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway) for B5 AWD models.

Which Volvo XC40 trim should I buy?

The 2023 Volvo XC40 offers these trims:

• Core: The entry trim brings the XC40’s mild-hybrid powertrain, standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 9-inch touchscreen, and core safety equipment; it suits you if you want the XC40’s main strengths at the lowest price.
• Plus: This trim adds front parking sensors and fog lights, making it the best-value choice for many shoppers who want a more complete everyday setup.
• Ultimate: The top trim adds side parking sensors, a 360-degree camera system, adaptive cruise control, and Pilot Assist, along with available premium audio and other upscale touches for buyers who want the most equipment.

What Volvo XC40 do most buyers choose?

The Volvo XC40 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

Higher-volume model years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, trim, and price. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and broader availability.

What is the Volvo XC40's resale value?

Most XC40 model years are down year over year, which creates better opportunities for used buyers. The largest drops are concentrated in older and mid-cycle years, while the newest models are changing much less. One recent model year is even up slightly, showing that demand remains healthy for newer XC40s.

The 2024, 2025, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volvo XC40 safe?

• 2023: 8/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2019: 7/10

Volvo’s Intellisafe suite of driver-assistance features is standard on the XC40.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Volvo XC40 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −1.12% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.64%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 38.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $33,636. The Volvo XC40 offers a distinctive Scandinavian design and a premium-feeling cabin that make it stand out in the compact luxury SUV class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2023 XC40 uses a 48-volt mild-hybrid system with a 13-horsepower integrated starter generator, and B4 and B5 models return 27 mpg combined and 26 mpg combined, respectively.
• Tech: The 2023 XC40 brings an Android-based infotainment system with Google Maps and Google Assistant, plus a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 9-inch touchscreen.
• Safety: The latest model adds adaptive cruise control, Pilot Assist, side parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera system on the top trim.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $37,445 for a base XC40 Core with B4 FWD mechanicals.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2025 Volvo XC40 compare to the 2025 BMW X1?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.