2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge is a small, all-electric crossover. It has head-turning style, a world-class interior design, and a powerful EV powertrain. The C40 was introduced as an all-new model for the 2022 model year. It carries over into 2023 with an expanded trim lineup and new packages and options. It provides seating for five and up to 49 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded.
Volvo has added the entry-level Core trim and mid-tier Plus trim for 2023; they join the range-topping Ultimate trim. The Core trim comes standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It also comes with a fully digital instrument panel, a sport steering wheel, remote keyless entry, a high-performance audio system, and a power tailgate. The C40 comes standard with a 9-inch center touchscreen in a portrait orientation. It runs a Google-based infotainment system and includes standard Apple CarPlay. This system also comes with four years of complimentary Google Play store.
Moving up to the Plus trim adds fog lights, a power-adjustable front passenger’s seat, power-folding rear head restraints, a rear cargo organizer, a 360-degree parking monitor, and front and rear parking sensors.
The range-topping Ultimate trim includes 20-inch alloy wheels, headlight cleaners, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and a Harmon Kardon premium stereo system.
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge features a 78-kWh battery pack supporting front and rear electric motors. Together, they make a combined 402 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque. The C40 Recharge has a range of 226 miles and can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Thanks to DC fast charging, the battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 37 minutes.
Standard driver-assistance features on the 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge include forward collision avoidance, oncoming lane collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, traffic-sign recognition, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The Ultimate trim adds adaptive cruise control and Pilot Assist. The latter keeps the C40 centered in the lane of traffic and can maintain a set speed and distance from the vehicle in front of it.
Base MSRP for the 2023 Volvo C40 is $55,300 for the Core trim. The Plus starts at $56,850, and the range-topping Ultimate starts at $60,100. The C40 is backed by a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty. Its battery is backed by an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Radio: FM · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 250 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.4 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: microfiber
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: bin · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 8.57
Engine
Battery rating: 760 CCA · EV battery capacity: 78 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11 kW · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 402 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 300 · Electric Motor Torque: 494 · Electric charge cord: autoswitching 110V/240V · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time: 8 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 226
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: low washer fluid
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Rear fog lights: auto-off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: suede · Upholstery accents: vinyl
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation app: Waze · Navigation system: over-the-air map updates (OTA) · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: On-Call (Volvo) · Smart device app compatibility: Volvo Cars · Smart device app function: phone as a key · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · IHeartRadio internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 250 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.4 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: microfiber
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: liftgate · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 8.57
Engine
Battery rating: 760 CCA · EV battery capacity: 78 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11 kW · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 402 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 300 · Electric Motor Torque: 494 · Electric charge cord: autoswitching 110V/240V · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time: 8 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 226
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: sensor-activated · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Rear fog lights: auto-off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: suede
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation app: Waze · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: On-Call (Volvo) · Smart device app compatibility: Volvo Cars · Smart device app function: phone as a key · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.4 · Rear brake width: 0.79 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 8.57
Engine
Battery rating: 760 CCA · EV battery capacity: 78 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11 kW · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 402 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 300 · Electric Motor Torque: 494 · Electric charge cord: autoswitching 110V/240V · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time: 8 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 226
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): front · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Android Automotive · Infotainment screen size: 9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Rear fog lights: auto-off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: contrast stitching
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation app: Waze · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: On-Call (Volvo) · Smart device app compatibility: Google Assistant · Smart device app function: phone as a key · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse