2021 Volvo XC40 Consumer Reviews
Most Helpful Reviews
Positive Review
The interiors are worth killing for. The feature list is so exhaustive and long, it’d take you 2-3 months to full discover and understand all of it. Very comfortable, and the T5’s dynamic drive mode is a beast. Turn it down to the economic mode and you’d get a 26mpg in a city like Dallas.
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Critical Review
This car was a nightmare. When it worked, the comfort, styling and drive comfort were great. Unfortunately it was the most unreliable car I have ever owned. The car experienced a complete power failure five times and required flat bed towing to the dealership. Despite Volvo's promise of quick response towing, this was not the case. Since the car was frozen after each power failure, it had to be dragged to the tow truck and put on a flat bed. Only limited companies have such capacity and each tow took up to five hours to complete. Once at the dealership, they spent days after each failure to try to fix the problem. I was never given a loaner as they were all gone. And, Volvo corporate never contacted me to help improve the situation. After five complete power failures, Volvo repurchased the car under a Lemon Law provision. They never called, discussed, or tried to arbitrate any trade or other resolution. This is and was my worst experience with any automaker. If one looks at forums, this is not a unique experience. Although it may be rare, it is not so rare that there are no numerous reports of similar issues. Simply search for Volvo XC40 recharge, power failure. There is even a thread called, "dead as a doornail." If you live in an area with many Volvo dealers, there may be a loaner, assistance or adequate service. However, if you are in an area with only one dealer, or the closest one is miles away, you will begrudge the decision to purchase this car which is clearly a work in progress.
2021 XC40 Reviews
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Styling, handling
Constantly in the shop
The 2021 Volvo XC40 is an awesome vehicle to look at and drive, and the interior is fantastic. It is a maintenance nightmare. Definitely get the extended warranty through Volvo, which goes as long as 1 million miles. Bought at 14k, now has 84k. Would not advocate getting one, and probably will not buy the XC 40 and maybe not Volvo itself ever again. Volvo, imo, is not the brand it used to be.
An enjoyable ride with power and comfort
It is a white vehicle, road salt and dirt quickly become apparent.
We teetered between a Lexus NX300, the Rav4, and the Volvo. Each would have been a worthy purchase. With grandchildren and safety in mind we were pulled to the 2024 Volvo XC40, B5. The ride on 19 inch tires is smooth, bumps are negated. The engine noise upon takeoff is loud but simmers once underway. Controls and interior functions requires an education, we learned fast and google voice helped immensely until we discovered how to gain manual control. Heated rear seats were a bonus for friends. There are too many functions to write on, some are clever others just an extra. Getting groceries in and out the back is easy as they are placed on a level not dropped in. The interior is easily cleaned. The gas lid is locked when the vehicle is locked. There is no gas cap but the gas nozzle fits to fill. I have forgotten to lock the vehicle, once in the house I use my phone and Volvo app. I drive highway distance. At 112 KM/h I use 8.1 litres per 100 km by times it drops to 7.1
Love how this car handles
No moon roof
I did a lot of research prior to finding the car I prefer. Autotrader made it easy for me to quickly compare vehicles and have a good sense of what my trade in was worth.
With so many hybrid and EV options, you have to learn. Kbb was a great resource. Ultimately settled on a lease taking the government rebate.
Quiet, quick, low maintenance, nice luxury feature
Higher price than competition
It's quiet, quick and luxurious. The Google based infotainment system is excellent and is much better than othet car manufacturers' internally developed software. .
Power get the polestar addition . The technology is first class the ability to use voice activation on the controls set heat and cold use the system to increase fan speed . Use windshield wipers and set temperature . Heated seats and steering wheel. super car great miles per gallon 27.5 around town . Dry safe as well .
Great car, handles beautifully, very smooth ride, great excelaration. Amazing sound system , very comfortable seats and leg room in the back.
Fun, Safe a blast to drive.
Range could be better.
We drove a Mustang E and a VW 1d4 then the Volvo. We ordered it on the spot. This car is seriously fast and fun to drive. The range is a little low being the only downside. The Volvo dealership was great, no messing about, we were in and out in less than an hour. We’ve owned the car for a year now and no issues. It has some great features for storage etc. we got both fed and state rebate (9000) taken off the price at the dealer.
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