Thinking of getting an XC40...

Thinking of getting an XC40...

Hi Shane,The review of the Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge seems very good. What is your view on the P6 Recharge ? I’m thinking of buying a 2021 / 2022, possibly a demo. My priority is a comfortable and ‘silent’ drive without sacrificing power.Also, are 20” wheels too big ?I’m presently driving a 2020 A250e AMG petrol hybrid and do about 7,000 miles per year.Many thanks

Our answer:

Hi Shane,

If you're talking about the newer, front-wheel-drive, all-electric version of the XC40 then I recommend it highly. It's nowhere near as fast as the all-wheel-drive P8 model, but it's fast enough for anyone and it's wonderfully quiet and refined. What's more, it handles big wheels without sacrificing on ride comfort, too. The only thing negative I have to say about it is that it's not the most efficient electric car on the market, but as you do such low mileage per year, that's unlikely to be a major concern for you.

Finding a used example might be a challenge though, as the front-wheel-drive model is very new.

Shane O'Donoghue

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