I can tell your reviews are the most informative, not brain damaging by the useless information. The most in-depth review not only in this video, but all of them. THANKS!
@bobfredericks65456 жыл бұрын
Alex is the most comprehensive and informative when reviewing vehicles. Good job.
@andras.896 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous look, especially in white with R-Design. That lava color fabric interior also fresh and classy. Volvo nailed it.
@joeyo62096 жыл бұрын
How do you keep the lava fabric clean when you own the car? I can see it getting dirty and fabric is difficult to clean, especially if u live in places where there is a lot of snow. Interesting that a Swedish company didn't think of this
@ab9zd736 жыл бұрын
Volvo has been owned by the Chinese since 2010.
@andras.896 жыл бұрын
Ken Helms Chinese money, Swedish traditions and finest engineering. Yap, the best what could happen with the brand:)
@RM9K6 жыл бұрын
Nailed it? Not exactly. The black plastic cladding degrades the overall presentation by at least a notch or two. Ugh.
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
This car is built in Ghent, Belgium, while all others are being moved to be built at 3 factories in China.
@needlesspirate98256 жыл бұрын
Those people who disliked this video,don't know what kind of review they expect from. So far I know Alex has the best auto review out there. Even I fought my car after watching Alex review.
@bennylofgren32086 жыл бұрын
said rahman They are just the usual random pack of rabid Volvo haters. Ignorance breeds contempt...
@swesleyc76 жыл бұрын
This is probably the most in-depth review I've seen to date.
@tu61986 жыл бұрын
WOW. THAT IS BY FAR THE BEST CROSSOVER I'VE SEEN IN DECADES.
@brwalsh176 жыл бұрын
Bought XC40 T5 in US a few months ago. Getting 24 mpg combined. Driving it is a joy. Seats v comfortable. I drive it often in off-road mode on the beach, where it handles everything my old Jeep Wrangle did except very very soft sand - got stuck once. Got some Tred boards to get myself out. The 8.7 inch ground clearance beats most other CUVs in its class. Very smart car, with many options to customize. Love the large touchscreen. Pano sunroof cover closes automatically when the parked car gets hot inside. Storage in back is small, but ease of dropping back seats flat means i can carry the occasional load w/out problem. If you remove the hard cargo cover it fits perfectly in the slot designed for it - i.e., it isn't "seemed to be sized" - it was designed like that! I use that space to stash my tred boards for off-road. Fun car!
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
The XC40 has 8.3 inches of ground clearance, not 8.7. Subarus have 8.7 on most models.
@appointedcounsel55506 жыл бұрын
Another solid review! Alex, your reviews are the best.- comprehensive, objective, detailed, and professionally delivered.
@joeychitwood60046 жыл бұрын
Volvo has always had the most comfortable seats. This XC40 is on my shopping list!
@SK-rj6vx6 жыл бұрын
Joey Chitwood BEST seats in the biz. HANDS DOWN
@joeychitwood60046 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@myslecinaczej86746 жыл бұрын
but only front seats in this vehicle are comfortable. Rear seats are inclined so much upright (to safe space) you can only seat there during a short trip. Yes- I been there and seen and felt it with my a...Some reviewers mentioned that too. And the recent years Volvo "quality".....this company manufacture tons of electronic crap. Tons of problems with infotainment systems make these vehicle definitely non-premium. Very disappointing for a volvo fun like me.
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
Volvo doesn't actually manufacture any electronics. They're all outsourced, just like all other brands of cars.
@JamesRussoMillas6 жыл бұрын
Volvo killing it right now!
@MarcSelwan6 жыл бұрын
This is really an amazing car. Just a note to potential buyers, at least in the Bay Area, these things are back ordered for at least 5-6 months. I ended up with an XC60 instead - A T5 XC60 with similar features to the full loaded XC40 isn't too far off in price.
@rumynchik6 жыл бұрын
$8K difference between fully loaded T5 Momentums. So not exactly peanuts. XC60 has great incentives, which make the price more attractive, at the moment.
@keiasworld59346 жыл бұрын
Marc Selwan I waited almost 4 months for mine
@gastrein114 жыл бұрын
best and most informed car reviewer i have ever watched, i am a fan
@ltkwok29616 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for the plugin and the full electric XC40
@Theonestrongbusleader Жыл бұрын
As a Volvo guy: I'd buy this someday Alex.
@melluecke10555 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous!!! Love the sporty compact design. Perfect for those with limited garage space and those like me who love the smaller sporty look.
@canadianplanespotter6 жыл бұрын
Saw your advertisement somewhere and figured "eh, this is the kinda car content I wanna watch!". Definitely subscribed :)
@twerpylou6 жыл бұрын
Volvo makes great cars- safe, fun, luxurious and relatively affordable!
@sweetfreedomGB6 жыл бұрын
twerpylou .. yes and all driven by women and that's fine but Volvo will you ever make a blokes car again?
@twerpylou6 жыл бұрын
George- get yourself a Polestar. And some ladies can drive just as good as the blokes ;)
@py12116 жыл бұрын
Those thinking of German makes only should open their eyes and take a look at Volvo.
@selving.1td5 жыл бұрын
@@sweetfreedomGB ironically enough their logo is the male sex symbol
@bubert89555 жыл бұрын
volvos logo is the alchemy icon for iron after the swedish iron they were previously made from
@mendoza06566 жыл бұрын
Most detailed video of this vehicle I have found on KZbin. Great job!
@anhedonic22526 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXWUooWbqtdlrtE Try this one
@zeezee96536 жыл бұрын
Love the look of this model
@darexdarex6 жыл бұрын
No mention of the current MINI Countryman S All4, yet you spend significant time talking about models that are on the way out (Q3) or not even available yet (UX). Hmmmmm...
@alliejr6 жыл бұрын
...and Alex just recently reviewed the electric MINI.
@wellcraft21365 жыл бұрын
@@darexdarex because that is not a realistic comparison!
@jetonsulejmani84562 жыл бұрын
Great review, if not the best. Definitely a pleasure watching it. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
@jeffs60906 жыл бұрын
I love mine, had it for almost 2 weeks now. Loaded Momentum black with red leather. Gorgeous! This new platform is great, and the next vehicles on it will also be hot sellers. My dealer in Indy can't keep these in stock.
@banana_junior_90005 жыл бұрын
This one is my jam. Test drive one, they are amazing.
@cypvh745 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for your XC40 PHEV and EV review.
@TheoPhilpot3 жыл бұрын
17:15 wow never heard of a QX40 😂 we all make mistakes. Superb video.
@abdelouedraogo16795 жыл бұрын
I've always said that Volvo doesn't get the recognition it deserves. Terrific review of the XC 40, hopefully this is my next after the VW Tiguan.
@LlyleHunter6 жыл бұрын
My Volvo saved my life!
@aramiris6 жыл бұрын
mine too
@MultiWarbird6 жыл бұрын
Bruce Solomon How?
@ElroyMcDuff6 жыл бұрын
I'll answer that question with another question - what is Volvo's claim to fame?
@LlyleHunter6 жыл бұрын
I was driving up to my home which was a corner lot one night. A kid in a stolen 1977 Gran Prix was speeding on the street without lights. He t-boned my 740 GL wagon sending me up on two wheels diagonally with only my driver's side wheels on the ground, straight into my own three foot wide sycamore tree completely bashing the front end to the windshield cowl. I required back surgery a few years later but I walked out of the car myself and the accident wasn't painful because the car went out of its way to protect me. The bottom of the dash became like a cushion and when the car landed I fell sideways with my shoulders on the passenger seat. The storage armrest collapsed softly under my waist causing no abrasions or pain. I'm certain that if I'd been in my previous '87 Escort GT I wouldn't be here. I made sure that I'd replaced with a 940.
@LlyleHunter6 жыл бұрын
Safety! It's true.
@HobbyFinn25 жыл бұрын
Excellent review, you are really more of a car professional than a salesman. Thanks!
@Rapunzel8796 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a comprehensive review. I'm so impressed. Subbed!
@ΚώσταςΓιαννέλλης6 жыл бұрын
Very detailed analysis and in depth comparison with the competition. Excellent presentation!
@rustlesee6 жыл бұрын
7:47, I actually prefer a hard cover any day over the flimsy roll ups. They cover the cargo better, add better sound insulation, and over all look better. Yes roll ups might be easier to handle when they are needed out of the way, but that doesn't negate the fact the hard covers just look and perform better 90% of the time.
@bennylofgren32086 жыл бұрын
Russell C Yes, and you can put things on them as well (although of course you shouldn't, since it might come flying in case of a collision). But a pillow or a blanket won't kill you...
@DougFrantz6 жыл бұрын
The current Volvo roll up covers don't have storage big enough to get them out of the way for on the fly use. I like the fact that you can stow this under the storage compartment, many will live their whole lives there, and that beats taking up space in the garage like the roll up covers often do for many folks!
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
you can put a pillow or a blanket on the roll ups as well. Roll ups are more versatile overall if you tend to fill up your trunk above the "waterline". Living in the city without a garage makes it difficult to store the hard shelf (but it seems like recently a few manufacturers found a solution like the under the floor storage of the hard shelf (even if it takes a little room away storage-wise). Overall, not the most critical feature of the car.
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
Hard covers often break at the pivot point and have to be completely replaced at a very high price, cannot be rolled back partially to allow a larger piece of cargo and don't bend if something tall is under them, while still hiding it.
@wellcraft21365 жыл бұрын
@@DougFrantz you nailed it!!
@silentseeker795 жыл бұрын
This is not called cartoonish Mr Alex, this is called stylish design. Very big difference .
@blaksable6 жыл бұрын
Excellent review! Was instantly excited when I saw it posted. Now, to wait for the Lexus UX review. It’s between the XC40 and the UX for me.
@normt54636 жыл бұрын
The Lexus might be less to buy as it is less if a car. No navigation, no SAT radio, no AWD. But probably a nice city car.
@blaksable6 жыл бұрын
Norm T For some, those things would matter, but I have Nav and satellite radio in my present vehicle. I don’t use either. For nav I use Maps or Waze on my iPhone, so Apple CarPlay will be just fine for that aspect in the Lexus. After a few months of using satellite radio, I cancelled it because, as with radio, same music over and over. Comedy stations played same routines over and over. I prefer podcasts, which I could listen to via the iPhone app. 🤷🏽♀️ Vehicle purchases are about needs, and some wants. I’m in Atlanta, GA...I won’t be doing any off-roading, so no need for AWD. Reliability, value, function, aesthetically pleasing...the Lexus brand checks those boxes...aside from the fenders on the UX. 🤦🏽♀️ Volvo does too. Both have their pros and cons, but I’d like to see what the UX brings at launch before making a decision.
@tigerdeal16 жыл бұрын
Check to see if Lexus has an Overseas Delivery Program, Volvo's is the Best and my wife and I had a great trip to Sweden and Denmark while driving our new R-Design XC40. While also paying no destination charges on my new car. Plus, got a warranty of up to 120K on my new Volvo. So, for peace of mind, I love my purchase. My local car wash place has not had any problems keeping my Lava interior clean. I am an outside sales associate and have plenty of people riding in my car. I only get it detailed once a month. I would recommend this car to anyone! I love it no buyers remorse here. Again, our trip alone was worth the purchase from memories made alone! Gothenburg is three hours from Oslo and 3 and a half from Copenhagen. Lstly 4 hurs to Stockholm.
@eddie2k8936 жыл бұрын
The same for me just waiting for the UX.
@Swatsrong306 жыл бұрын
@@blaksable my understanding, Lexus doesn't allow car play or Android Auto
@_Randwulf6 жыл бұрын
Excellent review as always Alex.... Waiting for their EV or Plug-In Hybrid Inscription models... 😎
@glow44176 жыл бұрын
Great review, always enjoy your video's Alex - keep it up!
@earthzero76 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Absolutely waiting for the EV model. I'll hold out until then. This car really has it all. Hope they can keep or improve upon the interior space, driving dynamics and ground clearance when it goes electric.
@patrickdavis10386 жыл бұрын
Randwulf I think the xc 40 is the best Volvo
@christiemcdonough42115 жыл бұрын
I ordered my XC 40 R Design just this week!
@yeahyeah90685 жыл бұрын
Thinking about getting it. Please let me know your thoughts on it.
@baldheadlogic6 жыл бұрын
Great Review Alex. I am soooo impressed by the XC40.
@xF34Rz6 жыл бұрын
Would have been a prefect package if there was an option for ventilated seats.
@karlp84846 жыл бұрын
Great to see VOLVO come back so strongly over the last 3-4 years. They always made great cars. If you lived in the 1970s you'd be crazy not to buy a 240
@user-so5de6yp1d6 жыл бұрын
3:20 Whether it is a styling choice or not, they should have an option where you could opt for a led turn signal. That incandescent light bulb looks so ugly when placed next to led bulbs.
@rcn50086 жыл бұрын
Stultus Puer couldn’t agree more
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
That whole golf club shaped read light combo has got to go. they looked OK like 15 years ago. I am all for tradition but they look outdated.
@progreviews4 жыл бұрын
Very nice way of reviewing. Great way speaking
@raidensears53216 жыл бұрын
brilliant review. this review is for people who are truly interested in purchasing the car as it details everything
@juniemills72966 жыл бұрын
Definitely going to get this suv for Christmas.
@czyredhd5 жыл бұрын
XC 40 Is the 1st attractive Volvo in my opinion. I love it's look!
@umarslatif6 жыл бұрын
Excellent/comprehensive review as always
@christong886 жыл бұрын
It sounds like XC40 is a closer competitor to Mini countryman. Both are sporty and have their characters. I am really curious how these two compare to each other.
@Lt.Mingus696 жыл бұрын
Looks quite attractive, but that C-pillar looks like it would create a massive blind spot.
@stevestojan6 жыл бұрын
J Pollock I’ve had mine for a month. No issues with C Pillar and blind spot.
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
When does a driver look through the rear quarter panel anyway? You can't do that while you're driving. Do you mean for parking? You have huge mirrors in this one and a great, big rearview camera that should take care of the issue. It's a small car anyway. Pretty short.
@wmalden6 жыл бұрын
The air vents at the far left and right ends of the instrument panel remind me of the 1950’s Edsel “horse collar” grille.
@eridanisdjuvienne19426 жыл бұрын
EXACTLY what i thought!!
@robertenglebright82576 жыл бұрын
I love your reviews. I am completely smitten with the XC40. I had been looking for a new car after moving from NYC to Chicago, and my choice was the Subaru Legacy Outback. Then I saw this. I test drove one at my local dealer, ordered one, and will have it delivered late June. The major factor that sold me getting this car over the Outback was the subscription plan, where everything is covered for one monthly payment, including insurance.
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
Robert, how can you compare a Subaru and a European premium offering? It's like comparing apples and pizza (not even oranges LOL). Quick question: why is the car delivered in June? Did you special order some specs or the car is not available?
@robertenglebright82576 жыл бұрын
Hi Alexander! I was not comparing them. :) I mentioned that I was originally going to buy a Subaru. I've owned 2 Outback station wagons, and have loved them. Very reliable, good build quality, lots of cargo space, etc. They may be a better car than you are giving it credit for. Then, when I saw and test drove the XC40 I was completely smitten. And when I did a price comparison with the premium model of the Outback and the XC40 there was not much difference. I am giving up more cargo space by not buying the Subaru, but I don't care. LOL. I am using Volvo's new car subscription plan, which requires me to order the car.
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
Robert, no offense but I think Subarus are not attractive cars no matter how practical or reliable they may be. And I know that for some people looks matter less but I like my cars to be aesthetically attractive AND practical at the same time. As for the price, of course they would be day and night - this is a European upmarket car (even if not entirely luxury category like Jag or a German trio) vs a Subaru which is more of a utilitarian vehicle. So if you were to lease or purchase the car it would have been available right-away but since you are using the subscription they wanted you to order and wait? I am trying to figure out if they're readily available or there is back-order for them. Somebody mentioned here that there was a line and a waiting involved with getting these XC40 these days.
@robertenglebright82576 жыл бұрын
Taste is subjective & people buy different cars for different reasons. Try not to interject your personal tastes into my comment about a Subaru and a Volvo: while I respect your opinion, there is a hint of egotism in your reply. You think Subarus aren't attractive, and there are those who think they are, including me. If you need to make that judgement call, be my guest, but not all opinions need to be shared with strangers. :) I'm perfectly aware of what the XC40 represents and what the Subaru represents - I'm capable of making a decision on a car based on what may seem like contradictory criteria. To your questions: the subscription plan required me to order the car.
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
Robert Englebright I like everything pretty, cars, watches, women. But not only pretty but also competent and reliable. Thnx!
@markgeller59006 жыл бұрын
Man Alex, what a great review. YOU DIDN'T MISS A THING!!! This is clearly a winner in the under 40K suv's, especially when it comes plug-in with the potential for really high mileage for us city dwellers who only occasionally need a road car and an off-road car. I can't wait until you get your hands on the new V60 wagon. Soon?
@johngaudet63166 жыл бұрын
I love the V40- V60, nice cars so comfortable.
@nimblybimbly40026 жыл бұрын
That rear wiper looks massive! 2:42
@robc75636 жыл бұрын
Great review. I purchased the XC40 inscription. Totally awesome car. We love it. Thanks again for your extremely well done review.
@thozz5 жыл бұрын
Rave Reviewer ..... can you help please. Does your inscription have the electric folding rear seat backs. I've just picked up my inscription pro, with several packs added including the convenience pack, but just has a blanking cap in the boot/trunk where the seat release buttons should be. But it does have the electric folding rear head restraints... which seems a bit daft....thanks
@robertsercaru97056 жыл бұрын
Congrats! You are the best auto reviewer on KZbin. Keep up the good work! Thank you!
@Nwakaego_3 жыл бұрын
Great review,Alex. I’ve been looking for a review like this. Thank you! I’m definitely getting this vehicle very soon.
@maxjosquin67576 жыл бұрын
Another professional and fantastic review. Thank you for doing such an excellent job. This XC40 looks awesome and must be fun to drive...need to test drive one...
@stephengriffin49905 жыл бұрын
Excellent review like how you mention road noise and ride difference in the models.
@phertzman6 жыл бұрын
Kudos for playing Shirley Clamp! 😄
@a.ditt.o5 жыл бұрын
Drove both T4 and T5 and decided to go with the CX5 instead. The steering didn’t give me a very good feel of what the car was doing and seemed very light. Also compared to the CX5 Sig, not worth an extra 10k.
@ToshiClark6 жыл бұрын
These are leasing well, too. 36 month 10k/yr residuals of 64% for the Momentum, 62% for R-Design. Great money factor of 0.00007 for the R-Design as well so overall a cheap lease. I’m signing lease paperwork on an R-Design imminently-the only really tough part was finding one not a demo and not already spoken for!
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
I assume from the 10k/yr statement that you're talking about traditional leases and not the subscription?
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
Also, are you sure your money factor number is correct? If so, you're paying an interest rate of just 0.168%?
@anhedonic22526 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review. My only gripe - very light steering (even at the firmest setting/Dynamic mode). We're in the process of replacing our old 60 series with XC40. Once the hype dies down, we'll be pulling a trigger. Nice rounded vehicle.
@justabrokeredneck Жыл бұрын
end up liking it? 5 years later it’s in my price range. replacing a hyundai accent with it. looking at the t5 r design
@LALITJAIN17JAN19776 жыл бұрын
Excellent & Comprehensive review
@c2n6676 жыл бұрын
This is a detailed and extremely well presented review! If possible, I'd love to hear your thoughts on it's AWD performance in adverse conditions. Great job!
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
The Volvo seems to be amazing off-road. One might say best in class. It will outperform most CUVs in any class actually when off the pavement.
@hansigutten6 жыл бұрын
great review!!! I've seen so many and this one has to be the best ever :-)
@albingatdula81636 жыл бұрын
Between Volvo XC40 and Lexus NX 300, which one is a better pick. Be using it in NY state so an AWD is a must for me
@shopwithaaron6 жыл бұрын
Didn't watch far enough!!! Sorry Alex, you're the best!!
@deanbrandon36155 жыл бұрын
How well can you see out of the back and side windows? Visibility seems limited in most SUVs.
@redwrathable6 жыл бұрын
best review i've seen yet. great job. very detailed and informed
@mariof91036 жыл бұрын
Great review, Alex.
@ormand30006 жыл бұрын
Very high praise from Alex...I am sure this is a great vehicle :-)
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
Alex, how come all your 0-60 numbers are a little off? X1 is 6.3 in x drive and 6.6 in s drive. Gla Mercedes Benz says can get there in 7.2 secs. and Audi Q3 admits to 8.2 in quattro and 7.8 in FWD. In your data, GLA and Q3 are faster than stats suggest while BMW X1 is slower. What happened?
@adasmith71416 жыл бұрын
Excellent video... Thanks so much for sharing...
@h.billieli15636 жыл бұрын
There is a separate brand Lynk co-owned by Volvo and GEELY who released their Lynk01 3 month ago. Same CMA platform but cheaper. It will come to US soon.
@stuartmarshall70996 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review
@ms.fortune29576 жыл бұрын
GREAT Presentation🏆
@dkin8606 жыл бұрын
Really good review.
@Peizxcv6 жыл бұрын
How's the reliability of recent Volvos?
@travelinben19665 жыл бұрын
Outstanding review, thank you.
@ahmedshabazz13764 жыл бұрын
How do my 2020 look the same as this car? Xc40 t5 r design fully loaded
@tattoochef4255 жыл бұрын
Do you have to toggle like that with the gear selector when already in drive mode for reverse, so when parallel parking, do you have up toggle up twice to hit reverse and then toggle twice again for drive, or is that only when going from park?
@valdius855 жыл бұрын
How reliable are these Volvo turbo&supercharged engines?
@beedabee12213 жыл бұрын
Loving this truck!!!
@xuimod3 жыл бұрын
Now I've seen it all, comrade Alex is now shilling Chinese automobiles 😆😆😆. Volvos the best CUV .... except for reliability 😄😄😄 . Keep up the good work comrade Alex.
@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind3 жыл бұрын
Yup not to mention it’s pretty ugly from the back... average in the front and ugly on the interior lol
@jtothada066 жыл бұрын
What class is the new RDX ?
@nimbuskhannk6276 жыл бұрын
Brilliant piece. One point though. It is not very fair for the model's designers to have them come up with a clever (...and pretty unique, compared with the competition) way to store the cargo cover when it is removed (underneath the the cargo area floor) and, then, still complain that that particular space (...which already is another clever added space, in terms of design...) is lost. You simply can not eat a very sweet design cake and still have it.
@Showmetheevidence-6 жыл бұрын
Interesting conclusion! Go Volvo!
@shopwithaaron6 жыл бұрын
I think that cargo cover easily fits inside the small compartment beneath....
@boonkhongfoo24385 жыл бұрын
Question, is the X1 using ZF 8 speed and the XC40 using Aisin?
@MrBangijal5 жыл бұрын
No. ZF 8 speed auto is for RWD-based car transmission. X1 is should using the same transmission as XC 40
@xdrjeangreyx5 жыл бұрын
How tall is the host?
@MrEugeneleo6 жыл бұрын
@alex Can the digital instrument cluster show google map?
@rajeshr51406 жыл бұрын
How is Volvo’s reliability score?
@mikejaynekennedy47905 жыл бұрын
Alex I am a first time viewer and am totally amazed at your thorough review of the XC40. So much so I have subscribed to your channel. One thing I would like to suggest you try, is what I learned in a advanced driver training course. They taught me that you should loosely hold the steering wheel at 9 and 3 o'clock and place your thumbs on the steering wheel spokes. You use your thumbs to steer with. If you want to go right, you move your right thumb down (which turns the wheel). You do the reverse for left turns. The advantage in driving this way are two fold. Number one, your hands never lose touch with the wheel and number two, because your hands don't grip the steering wheel (in an emergency, all too often a "death grip"), you have finer control over the direction the car goes. I was taught this is how race car drivers steer.
@sloanNYC6 жыл бұрын
I doubt the US would ever get it, but a V40 would get my money.
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
The V60 is going to be the smallest in the US, but that's pretty small already. Compact.
@keiasworld59346 жыл бұрын
Mark Sloan I have one, waited 4 months for it
@pwneddude6 жыл бұрын
How does it Compare to the Mazda CX-5?
@georgelurye62746 жыл бұрын
The Mazda is bigger and drives MUCH better. The Volvo is actually much faster though and more luxurious.
@adamwright97416 жыл бұрын
Darn I can't believe that Acura is not holding its own with a subcompact SUV because they have a winner with the Honda HRv and the new Acuras are top notch, and I actually think I would want an RDX for both me AND my gal
@daveseyeball6 жыл бұрын
Adam Wright hopefully they got rid of the death trap transmissions and the ridiculous hesitation when accelerating from a stop.
@gemini68285 жыл бұрын
Really like this XC 40, it drives nice and has great styling. My one huge gripe is that backseat door. When you open the backseat door, it's at such an acute angle, the amount of opening you have to climb in the back is limited. If you were to put something like groceries or something that's larger or bulky, I'm not sure you could get it all in the back seat without having to be a contortionist to get it inside the SUV. I know this sounds silly, but until you actually see it for yourself, you won't understand. Is this a deal breaker? If you have to shove your kids in the back seat and other things on a daily basis, it sure would be a major drag. If it's just you or your spouse etc. sitting in the front, then it's probably not a deal breaker. Everyone can make up their own minds. I thought I was nuts at first when I noticed how tight it was to fit into the back seat because the door doesn't open widely as other SUV's, but then my husband also confirmed that he thought the same thing.
@Dejesusluis876 жыл бұрын
Alex can you tell me if the xc40 has a more harsh suspension than the bmw x1? Which one feels more comfortable, it will be for a family of 4 , two adults a two 1 year olds. Thanks. I truly admire your work, big fan here.
@mountainhobo6 жыл бұрын
Alex in my neck of the woods (Sierra Rd). I am there couple of times a week. Judging from the puddle at the top (16:38) you shot this video in March?
@colelockridge58166 жыл бұрын
mountainhobo wow it's gorgeous there. You're a lucky guy
@colelockridge58166 жыл бұрын
mountainhobo it looks really green there, is San Jose in a drought?
@mountainhobo6 жыл бұрын
@Cole Lockridge - It's very pretty but, alas, overpriced. San Jose got good amounts of rain for the past two winters, so we should be fine for some years to come. It's still green in the hills, but it will start going yellowish in a few weeks and brown by early summer. Just annual cycles, 4 months of rain and 8 months of sun.
@JakeDrives16 жыл бұрын
I can't believe this is in California or even the USA... SOOOO beautiful! I forgot about the car for half of that driving footage lol
@almeladze6 жыл бұрын
I live in NYC. I was recently shopping for a small x-over. The idea being that in the winter I have to climb in and out of snow mounds that freeze along the side of the street after the city plows snow to the sides. Well, it baffles me how most of the crossover and SUV tests these days are done on the highway in southern states! I couldnt find a decent winter review of any one of the cars I looked at - X1/X2, Q3, GLA. Jeep Compass... This one seems to be the same story.
@autumnstorm90095 жыл бұрын
Test drove that exact model today. The 2020. Hubby is buying me a Volvo or an e pace Dynamic Jaguar. Not sure if I want the Jag or Volvo ?
@markspoor46632 жыл бұрын
Great! Thanks Alex
@Enjoying-Life6 жыл бұрын
What would you guys preferred? A preowned 2018 Q5 Premium Plus with 3-7K miles or the R-Design XC40? The XC40 I config comes out to $44.5K
@Chriss.lindstrom6 жыл бұрын
Youll definitely get more looks with the Volvo because it is so in comparison. The Audi is definitely not a bad choice, but I would choose Volvo because I also dont need such a large car as the Q5.
@daveseyeball6 жыл бұрын
Q5 is a bit dated compared to the XC40 but still a nice driving/handling vehicle.
@YusofTehrani946 жыл бұрын
This is really handsome. I wish XC60 and V60 had the same back design/lights.