Volvo XC40 2017–2022 car dimensions: 4425 mm long, 1863 mm wide and 1652 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,568 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The cabin has a 9-inch portrait touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard on the generation. Electronic climate control is standard, with two-zone on most grades. Cruise control comes standard, and adaptive cruise is available. City Safety automatic emergency braking and lane keeping aid are standard. Parking sensors and reversing camera are standard on higher grades or in some markets, with blind spot warning as a trim or package item. The high seating position and digital driver display make it easy to live with daily.
Boot space is 460 litres with seats up including underfloor storage, expanding to 1336 litres with the 60/40 split rear seats folded flat. The load floor is flat with no lip and includes bag hooks and securing points for easy everyday use.
Braked towing capacity reaches 2100 kg on higher-powered AWD models such as the T5 and D4, with lower figures like 1600 kg or 1800 kg on other engines. Unbraked towing is 750 kg across the range. Payload varies by specification. A retractable towbar is optional. Sports chassis is available on R-Design grades.
The cabin has a high seating position that puts you in command with a clear view of the road. Progressive Scandinavian design uses quality materials and an uncluttered layout. Clever storage includes large door bins that hold a laptop or bottles, a center armrest bin with wastebasket, and bag hooks. A panoramic roof floods the space with light on higher grades. Power seats with lumbar and cushion extensions appear on many trims, while heated front seats, rear seats, and steering wheel come via packs or Pro grades. Laminated acoustic glass is optional on sides for quieter travel. CleanZone air quality system with filters is standard.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating from 2018 tests with 97% adult occupant protection.
Standard City Safety with auto brake for vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and large animals.
Full airbag suite including driver knee, SIPS side and inflatable curtains plus WHIPS front seats.
Service intervals typically every 10,000 miles or 1 year in some markets, or 30,000 km or 12 months in others.
Range of petrol, diesel and mild-hybrid engines available across the generation.
Fuel options cover petrol turbo engines from three- and four-cylinder units, diesels, and later mild-hybrids. Real-world use depends on the specific powertrain and driving conditions, with official figures varying by market and variant.
Servicing follows fixed intervals that differ by region, commonly once a year or at set mileage points such as 10,000 miles or 30,000 km. Oil and filter changes form the core of routine visits, with additional items like filters and fluids at longer milestones. Complimentary scheduled maintenance applied on some model years for the first services.
Safety is a core strength with a five-star Euro NCAP result. The standard kit includes City Safety collision avoidance, lane keeping aid, oncoming lane mitigation, run-off road protection, multiple airbags, seatbelt pretensioners and ISOFIX. Optional packs add blind spot info, cross traffic alert and Pilot Assist.
The car is practical to live with thanks to versatile load space with fold-flat rear seats, underfloor storage and power tailgate options. CleanZone keeps cabin air filtered. Regular software updates and connected services support long-term ownership.
Length 4425 mm, Width 1863 mm, Height 1652 mm, Wheelbase 2702 mm (XC40 2017–2022)
Sources: manufacturer data, Volvo XC40 press kit technical data Feb 2018, auto-data.net and Euro NCAP.