Fair price
Volvo XC40
2018 R-design Pro T4 Awd Auto
PetrolAutomatic79,404 mi2018
£200/yr
£371/mo
£16,795
cash
Albar Autos·4.3 (20)· Loughborough
Volvo Xc40 insurance group
18–33 of 50
Fair price
Volvo XC40
2023 B3 Mhev Auto
PetrolAutomatic35,098 mi2023
£200/yr
£449/mo
£23,995
cash
Car-pod Ltd·4.9 (172)· North Baddesley
Motoring Today score
How good is the Volvo Xc40?
71/100
Overall
Reliability70
Running costs70
Family & practicality86
Insurance56
Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 38,880. A guide, not a guarantee.
Specifications & dimensions
Trim-level specifications for the Volvo XC40 (Diesel, Petrol, Petrol Parallel PHEV), across 118 recorded variants.
Performance
- 127–258 bhp
- Power
- 6.2s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 140 mph
- Top speed
- 1,477–1,969 cc
- Engine
Economy & running costs
- 31–56 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 47–189 g/km
- CO₂
- 28 mi
- Electric range (max)
- £190
- Road tax (VED)
- 18–33 of 50
- Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
- 4,425 mm
- Length
- 2,034 mm
- Width
- 1,658 mm
- Height
- 2,702 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,640 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
Euro NCAP safety
5-star · tested 2018
- 76%
- Safety assist
The Volvo XC40 SUV was tested by Euro NCAP in 2018 and was awarded a 5 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:
Manual · Automatic 5 seats New from £25,800
| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 T4 RC PHEV Inscription Expression 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 208 bhp | — | 47 | 28 |
| 2.0 B4P R DESIGN Pro 5dr Auto [7 speed]Automatic | Petrol | 194 bhp | 36.2 - 42.1 mpg | 152 | 25 |
| 2.0 B4P R DESIGN Pro 5dr AWD Auto [7 speed]Automatic | Petrol | 194 bhp | 37.1 - 39.7 mpg | 160 | 25 |
| 2.0 B3P Core 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 160 bhp | 39.2 - 42.7 mpg | 149 | 23 |
| 1.5 T2 Start 5drManual | Petrol | 127 bhp | 37.2 - 40.9 mpg | 157 | 18 |
| R-Design Pro B5 (P) AWD auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 246 bhp | 34.4 - 36.7 mpg | 176 | 29 |
| Inscription B5 (P) AWD auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 246 bhp | 34.4 - 36.7 mpg | 174 | 29 |
| Momentum B4 (P) AWD auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 194 bhp | 34 - 36.7 mpg | 174 | 24 |
| R-Design T5 Twin Engine FWD auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 258 bhp | — | 47 | 32 |
| R-Design T4 auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 187 bhp | 33.6 - 36.7 mpg | 174 | 26 |
| R-Design Pro T3 FWD (04/19-) 5dManual | Petrol | 160 bhp | 37.2 - 40.4 mpg | 158 | 23 |
| R-Design Pro T3 FWD auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 160 bhp | 37.2 - 40.4 mpg | 158 | 23 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
- How many used Volvo Xc40 models are currently for sale?
- There are 3 used Volvo Xc40 models currently for sale on Motoring Today, as of 14 September 2026.
- What is the cheapest Volvo Xc40 available right now?
- The cheapest Volvo Xc40 is a 2018 model with 46,773 miles, priced at £18,495. This is available on a representative finance example for £405 per month.
- What should I check when buying a used Volvo Xc40?
- When buying a used Volvo Xc40, always check its full service history and look for any MOT advisories, which are listed on every Motoring Today advert. Also, investigate the condition of the infotainment system and general interior wear.
- Is a used Volvo Xc40 ULEZ compliant?
- Most Volvo Xc40 models are ULEZ compliant. Petrol models typically need to meet Euro 4 standards (from 2006) and diesels Euro 6 (from September 2015) to be compliant.
- What finance options are available for a used Volvo Xc40?
- Typically, Hire Purchase (HP) and Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) are offered. HP means you own the car after all payments, while PCP offers lower monthly payments with a balloon payment or return option at the end. A representative example for a Volvo Xc40 shows HP with a 0% deposit over 60 months, at 13% APR. Finance is subject to status.
- What are the typical running costs for a used Volvo Xc40?
- Running costs for a used Volvo Xc40 will vary based on engine type and usage. Factors like fuel consumption, insurance, servicing, and road tax should be considered when budgeting.