Volvo XC40
2018 First Edition D4 Awd Auto
DieselAutomatic46,773 mi2018
£200/yr
£405/mo
£18,495
cash
SWS Car Sales Ltd·3.8 (120)· Cobham
Volvo Xc40 insurance group
18–33 of 50
Fair price
Volvo XC40
2023 B3 Mhev Auto
PetrolAutomatic35,098 mi2023
£200/yr
£536/mo
£23,995
cash
Car-pod Ltd·4.9 (169)· 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 Volvo XC40s are currently for sale on Motoring.Today?
- There are 4 Volvo XC40s for sale right now, updated 18 July 2026.
- What is the cheapest Volvo XC40 available?
- The cheapest Volvo XC40 is a 2020 model with 67,756 miles, priced at £17,995. A representative finance example is £386 per month over 60 months with no deposit, 13% APR. Finance subject to status.
- What should I check when buying a used Volvo XC40?
- Always review the full service history and check for any MOT advisories, which are visible on Motoring.Today listings. Ensure all dashboard lights function correctly and test all electronic features. Look for even tyre wear and check the brakes for responsiveness.
- Is the Volvo XC40 ULEZ compliant?
- The Volvo XC40 is generally ULEZ compliant. Petrol models first registered from January 2006 (Euro 4) and diesel models first registered from September 2015 (Euro 6) meet the emissions standards for ULEZ zones.
- What finance options are available for a Volvo XC40?
- You can typically finance a Volvo XC40 through Hire Purchase (HP) or Personal Contract Purchase (PCP). HP means you own the car after all payments; PCP involves lower monthly payments with a final balloon payment or return option. A representative example is available over 60 months with no deposit.