DecodedCars2024 Volvo C40
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- Recharge
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Horsepower
- 402 hp
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 297 mi · 8 h on 240 V
- Length
- 174.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,817 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 402 hp, versus about 312 hp for similar 2024 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 19 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Volvo C40 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,817 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 297 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2024
- Longest EV range up from 226 to 297 miles
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 C40 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ghent, Belgium
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2024 C40 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge | 174.4 in | 72.8 in | 62.2 in | 106.3 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 4,817 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C40 Recharge EV | 110 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 297 mi · 31.4965 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
| C40 Recharge twin EV | 135 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 257 mi · 34.169 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Volvo C40.
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Volvo C40 (this car) | 297 mi | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2024 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Lexus NX | 39 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2024 Audi Q3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2024 Volvo XC40 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (3)
Back Over Prevention › Software · Dec 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V908000 · 413,151 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Back Over Prevention › Software · May 8, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V282000 · 413,151 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Dec 18, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V938000 · 2 vehicles
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Volvo C40 vehicles. The clamps may be improperly crimped on the driver's side inner far side air bag module (FSAB), which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
- Risk
- An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driver's side inner FSAB, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10296.
Not every 2024 Volvo C40 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Volvo C40 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 297 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Volvo C40. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other C40 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →