Volvo XC40
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8 model years with exact configuration records. Latest available year: 2026, with 1 listed configurations.
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The Volvo XC40 is a premium subcompact (C‑segment) crossover SUV introduced for the 2018 model year and built on Volvo’s Compact Modular Architecture (CMA). It serves as Volvo’s smallest SUV offering, combining Scandinavian design, a high‑quality interior, and Volvo’s safety and driver‑assist focus. Over its lifecycle the XC40 expanded from conventional petrol and diesel engines to include mild‑hybrid technology, a plug‑in hybrid (marketed as Recharge) and a battery‑electric variant.
For the U.S. market the XC40 in 2026 continues to center on 2.0‑liter four‑cylinder‑based powertrains with electrified assistance in many variants. Contemporary EPA figures reported for the AWD model sit in the mid‑20 mpg range; MotorTrend’s 2026 test lists a starting price in the mid‑$40k range for the evaluated AWD configuration and a towing capability of about 3,500 lb.
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