2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge | Features, Specs, & Differences Compared
Electrified power, elegant exuberance, and endless possibilities — these are just a few of the reasons to consider the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge and 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge. For details on each, read through this 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge guide carefully crafted by the team at McLaughlin Volvo Cars.
Ready to come see either of these sleek Volvo vehicles at our dealership in Moline, IL? Find your favorite in our new C40 Recharge inventory or new XC40 Recharge inventory and use our online form to schedule a test drive. Have questions? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us online. Our Volvo Cars dealership is a short drive from Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA, and you can find us with help from our directions page.
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2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Volvo XC40 Recharge Features
The Volvo XC40 Recharge was the first fully electric Volvo, giving it a unique place in the lineup. For more information on this Volvo SUV, you can explore our review. Key features include:
- Two electric powertrains
- Five-passenger seating
- Fog lights with cornering function
- Headlamp cleaners
- Hill descent control
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Volvo C40 Recharge Features
Situate yourself inside the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge if you’re looking for lustrous looks and a cozy atmosphere. Learn more by heading over to our review. Key features include:
- Two electric powertrains
- Five-passenger seating
- Heated front and rear seats
- Adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Interior Features & Cargo Space Available
Substantive charm and sophisticated style draw the eye in the 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge and 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge. The panoramic roof gives your passengers a glorious view of the sky, while the power-adjustable front seats can be adjusted to your exact specifications with four-way lumbar support. Plus, drivers can pre-select memory settings for their seat for those occasions when they’re loaning their vehicle out.
As the larger SUV, the XC40 Recharge offers more overall cabin space — 57.5 cubic feet behind the front seats and 16 cubic feet behind the rear seats. Meanwhile, the C40 Recharge gives you access to 49 cubic feet behind the front seats and 15 cubic feet behind the second-row when the rear seats are up. Interior features available on both models include:
- Heated steering whee
- Two-zone climate control
- Tinted rear windows
- High-level interior illumination
- Power-folding head restraints
- Second-row mechanical release
- Foldable cargo floor with cargo divider and grocery bag holder
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge EV Battery Specs Available
Unmistakable performance and energy efficiency in the form of two near-identical electric powertrains make the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge and 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge tick. Both are standard with a single motor extended range powertrain and each offers an available twin motor powertrain, and both come with a shift-by-wire single speed transmission.
One small difference between the two vehicles and their respective powertrains is that the C40 Recharge offers a slightly higher electric range — 297 miles with the single motor extended range and 257 miles with the twin motor. Meanwhile, the XC40 Recharge electric range is 293 miles with the single motor extended range and 254 miles with the twin motor. You’ll also find minute MPGe differences between the models. Full battery specifications are shown in the accompanying table.
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge & XC40 Recharge
| Powertrain | Single motor extended range | Twin motor |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 248 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 494 lb.-ft. |
| C40 Recharge MPGe | 107 combined | 99 combined |
| XC40 Recharge MPGe | 106 combined | 98 combined |
| 0-60 MPH | 6.9 sec. | 4.6 sec. |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 2,000 lbs. |
| C40 Recharge Electric Range | 297 mi. | 257 mi. |
| XC40 Recharge Electric Range | 293 mi. | 254 mi. |
| DC Fast Charging Time | 28 min. | 34 min. |
| Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Top Speed | 112 MPH | 112 MPH |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
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2024 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Technology & Safety Features Compared
Lustrous screens and evolved driver assistance systems are key components of both the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge and 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge. Both come with a 9-inch center display loaded with Google built in, Bluetooth® technology, and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio. Google built in gives access to apps like Google Assistant™, Google Maps™, and the Google Play™ store. Technology features available on both models include:
- Wireless charging
- 12-in. instrument panel
- 9-in. center display
- Bluetooth
- Google built in
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- 13-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system
The protective driver assistance and safety systems offered with the 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge and 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge are key to keeping you and your family or friend group safe. You’ll find that while both SUVs can light up the road with fog lights, only the XC40 Recharge fog lights come with a cornering function. The XC40 Recharge also offers headlamp cleaners that keep your headlamps clear of debris with nozzles that emerge from the bumpers. If you’re towing, the hill descent control available on the 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge is designed to assist with going downhill in a controlled manner. Driver assist and safety features available on both models include:
- Pilot assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera
- Front, rear, and side park assist
- Auto-dimming side view mirrors
- BLIS™ (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
- Lane keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
- Slippery road alert
2023 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Comparison
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge are both slim and sleek crossover SUVs with a surprising amount of interior space. Both are equipped with a 402-horsepower fully electric powertrain designed for the eco-conscious driver. And speaking of eco-conscious, the cabins of both Volvo SUVs are leather-free. For more information about the Volvo C40 Recharge and Volvo XC40 Recharge, read through this comparison crafted by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team.
Interested in more information? Read through our Volvo C40 Recharge review and Volvo XC40 Recharge review.
Come view either of these Volvo SUVs in person at our dealership in Moline, IL! First, take a look at our Volvo C40 Recharge inventory and Volvo XC40 Recharge inventory, then pair your favorite model with a C40 Recharge offer or XC40 Recharge offer. Next, use our online form to schedule a test drive. Have questions? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us through our contact form. In addition to serving residents of Moline, IL, we are also proud to serve the Quad Cities region, which includes the communities of Bettendorf and Davenport, IA.
Interior Comfort & Features
When you settle into a 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge or XC40 Recharge, you’ll experience a contemporary atmosphere with partially recycled carpets and a back-lit ambience conjured by light strips artfully built into the cabin. Your passengers can gaze up at the moon or watch the sky pass by through the fixed panoramic roof on the C40 Recharge or panoramic moonroof with power sunshade on the XC40 Recharge. Tune into your favorite playlists or podcasts through the eight-speaker high-performance sound system or 13-speaker Harman Kardon® sound system available on both the C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge. Other available 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge interior and technology features include:
- Heated and power-adjustable front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power-folding rear head restraints
- Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
- Bluetooth®
- 12-in. instrument cluster
- 9-in. infotainment touchscreen with Google built-in
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Volvo Cars remote access app
Dimensions & Seating Capacity
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge can both accommodate luggage and groceries as needed. You’ll find that the C40 Recharge offers more first-row headroom, while the XC40 Recharge has the most cargo capacity when the rear seats are lowered. View 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge interior dimensions in the accompanying chart.
C40 Recharge | 2023 Volvo Model | XC40 Recharge |
Five | Passenger Capacity | Five |
49 cu.-ft. | Max. Cargo Capacity | 57.5 cu.-ft. |
15 cu.-ft. | Cargo Behind Second Row | 16 cu.-ft. |
39.4 / 36.7 in. | First- / Second-Row Headroom | 37.6 / 38.3 in. |
40.9 / 36.1 in. | First- / Second-Row Legroom | 40.9 / 36.1 in. |
Range & Performance
Electrify your commute in either the 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge or 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge. Both are paired with all-wheel drive (AWD) and can achieve up to 112 MPH. You’ll also be able to charge your C40 Recharge or XC40 Recharge from ten to 80 percent within 37 minutes using a 150 kilowatt DC fast charger. View Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge specifications in the accompanying chart.
C40 Recharge | 2023 Volvo Model | XC40 Recharge |
Twin motor fully electric | Powertrain | Twin motor fully electric |
402 HP | Horsepower | 402 HP |
487 lb.-ft. | Torque | 486 lb.-ft. |
87 MPGe | MPGe | 85 MPGe |
4.5 sec. | 0-60 MPH | 4.7 sec. |
226 mi. | Driving Range | 223 mi. |
Towing Capacity
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge can both tow up to 4,409 pounds when properly equipped.
Safety Options & Tech
Protect yourself and your loved ones with driver assistance features like the 360-degree camera and pilot assist offered with both the 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge. Other 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge driver assist features include:
- Road sign information
- Adaptive cruise control
- Whiplash injury protection system
- Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
- BLIS™ (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
- Lane keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
2023 Volvo C40 Recharge vs. XC40 Recharge Price
The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge starts at $55,300 MSRP, while the 2023 XC40 Recharge has a starting MSRP of $53,550.
Test Drive a New Volvo SUV in Moline, IL
Interested in the new Volvo C40 Recharge or new Volvo XC40 Recharge? Come see them at McLaughlin Volvo Cars in Moline, IL. First, find them in our new inventory. Next, schedule a test drive at our Quad Cities dealership. Any questions you have can be directed to our team by phone at (309) 490-8208 or through our contact form.
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