2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric vs. 2025 Volvo XC60 Review

Picture of the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
C40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $53,600 to $60,550
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2025 Volvo
XC60

MSRP*: $47,050 to $58,100
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MPG - City Info not available 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 49.0 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 248-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 402 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 3,970 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 174.8 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volvo XC60 than in the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric and the Volvo XC60.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC60.

Dimensions
Since the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volvo XC60.

Handling
The Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC60, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volvo XC60. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric and the Volvo XC60.

Powertrain
The Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric has much lower torque than the Volvo XC60, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric and the Volvo XC60. The Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC60.