DON'T buy a Volvo XC40 Recharge P8 before Watching This!

[@mannycalavera2335]

x1.25 speed makes this a lot more watchable. I like the presenter but he really takes his time to say anything. At 1.25 it does not even look or sound odd. Just normal human conversation/presenting speed.

[@arnonabuurs7297]

true man :P, 1.25 is it lol

[@donggencha1454]

1.5X is not bad either.

[@kezman82a]

@@donggencha1454 😂

[@PDF17]

Spot on except for a phrase when he was opening his lunch pack. Seriously, he’s got slower speech cadence than most

[@10pm63]

Thx... Instantly had a feeling it was too slow and checked the comments. Set it to 1.25 and couldn't even tell if I didn't know.

[@neerajdahiya3954]

I had to change the playback speed to 1.25. Good review

[@sanctuz]

best tip on youtube.

[@Casshern_Sin]

Same here, much better 😂

[@darelldd]

1.5 even better!

[@herantd]

x2 for sure

[@virginiaa301]

Best tip, I hate when creators do that to get a longer video.

[@jameswright8308]

I test drove one in the States 🇺🇲, amazingly quick, great handling and very competent smaller SUV. I seriously would consider one.

[@CiprianOlariu]

Glad that you're continuing making this kind of "Don't buy a X before watching this" videos from now on 👍Very informative for the potential buyers. I wished there was a video like this for Polestar 2, but I've already spent months watching your videos and others' videos about it and decided to order one :) I'm perfectly aware of its not so great charging curve and the not so great range, but otherwise I like the car's design, build quality, driving experience and Android Automotive system. Plus, as you said, it was cheaper than an XC40 :) Really looking forward to what Volvo and Polestar will bring next to the market in the coming years

[@station2station544]

Great video - well done. The coolest thing about these cars - they aren't Teslas. Rather they are like a tank.

[@ecliptic21]

Thanks. Volvo South Africa just announced that the XC40 Recharge will be avaiable. It still costs R1.2million Rand. Petrol version is R700k rand. So almost double. But great that it is now avaiable. We still have limited number of EVs in South Africa. The more the better.

[@teknofil007]

Hey Kris! Good video and good car. I ordered on January 20, 2020. I got the car on December 4, 2020. The Volvo XC40 is fantastic. The car has been on the market for two months. We are waiting for updates OTA. The car is wonderful to drive. Fast. Looks tough. The only thing is the battery that lasts between 20 and 30 miles in winter. This summer we hope for up to 40 miles. I have a mile to go to work. Am not often out on the long trips so this is good for me. But in the spring I will drive Gudbrandsdalen to Lofoten with this car. It will be a long trip.

[@norbertmayer7005]

You do realise a mile is 1.6 km?

[@10pm63]

Must be a typo - 20-30 miles. If not, it's definitely broken.

[@davidustad2455]

Ordered one in November, you're making me even more excited now!! :D

[@mmixlinus]

0:48 When you hit the accelerator and it brings tears to your eyes and a smile to your lips

[@milas1732]

Hi Kris, love your videos! We just bought the XC40 Recharge single motor. We are driving Volvo now for 15 years. Actually we wanted to wait for an other 2-3 years to buy the electric version of the XC40. But your videos made us decide to buy now. Do you already know when you will test the single motor version from the XC40? Looking forward to see this video:). Keep up the good work.

[@HtMnBrusso]

What an Incredible video! We have an XC40 petrol here in the USA. It’s a great car and this past weekend I test drove an XC40 Recharge and Mustang Mach-E. Of course the Volvo was superior in so many ways to the Mach-E except maybe for the screen size. I found the XC40 Recharge to be so much more engaging and responsive to our petrol powered XC40. I have yet to test a Polestar 2, but that is going to happen in the next month and I am looking forward to seeing if I can adapt back to a sedan after having a small SUV (BMW X3) since 2008. Should wait thought for the Q4 or C40? Europe is always ahead of us with the new vehicles.

[@CaryInVictoria]

It's always gratifying to hear a well-respected reviewer wax poetic about the car one has ordered. Canadians will be interested in knowing that the "Core" XC40 Recharge qualifies for the Canadian Government's $5k rebate, with or without the ($10k) "Plus" or ($1.5K) "Climate" packs, but not with the ($13k) "Ultimate" pack. Unfortunately (and strangely, imo), Volvo Canada has included adaptive cruise control in the Ultimate pack only. A rep at my local dealer told me that most customers (myself included) are buying only the Climate Package. No word on when the FWD model will be available in Canada.

[@eriklonneborg4697]

Forgot to say, a really good and balanced review! However if I had that kind of money, I would most certainly go for the Polestar 2.

[@lobaxx]

Leasing is always a good option, especially for EV's (frankly I don't trust the battery lasting 10+ years).

[@jonathanloganmoran]

Really beautiful exterior trim you have on this XC40. Goes so well with the sage green, especially without the two-tone roof. We don’t have this option in US, but all the more reason to buy in Sweden ; )

[@charlito24]

I work in the volvo factory

[@walenrod17]

What can you tell us? :)

[@Conceptcreator]

I don't like the polestar 2... Mainly because of the shape, it looks odd, like it doesn't know if it wants to be an Sedan or a Crossover, and maybe like a small SUV, and then the interior... I HIGHLY dislike the look of mostly a display center console, While volvo has that larger display it retains a lot of details that makes it look far nicer.

[@XLoaferY]

Very good review. Think it was very balanced highlighting strengths and weakness. IMO the best options to spec would be the heatpump and assistance systems pack.

[@GaryBeckner-u7k]

I am watching this again, but again 3 years later in 2024. Chris, how are the early xc40 EV’s holding up with time and buying one used?

[@Audi2oo]

Veldig bra og informativ test!

[@keny7269]

Veldig bra video :) Takk for at du sammenliknet med polestar 2

[@LinusAlenvret]

Great Review, my recent purchase feels even better now =) Looking forward to getting it in April

[@Simensandberg6994]

How do you like it? Planning to get the 2022 model in June next year.

[@andresgutierrez6780]

VOLVO 🇸🇪 👏👏 desde 🇦🇷 ARGENTINA SALTA

[@lundh821]

No wonder Norway is the no1 EV country. Comparing the polestar 2 pricing: Norway, starting from 469.000Nkr (460.000Skr) Sweden, starting from 659.000Skr. Even if I remove the Swedish VAT in relation to the low VAT on EV's in Norway, there's still a >80.000Skr difference.

[@KuyaArbee]

also love your up to date reviews! very detailed and informative and also entertaining! Keep it up! :)

[@KrisRifa]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nattaponpanintraruk9536]

Thank for your review. I've just booked it in Thailand today (It may launch in Thailand this August ) ^ _ ^

[@olo19olo1]

Good news, มีนานี้แล้วครับ

[@nattaponpanintraruk9536]

@@olo19olo1 ใช่เลยคร้าบ ดีใจมาก ตอนนี้รอลุ้นราคาเลย พอดีจองไปก่อนเพราะเล็งมานานมาก

[@olo19olo1]

@@nattaponpanintraruk9536 ถ้าราคามาสองปลาย คงไม่ล่ะครับ ไปmodel3ดีกว่า

[@nattaponpanintraruk9536]

@@olo19olo1 เท่าที่คุยกับเซลล์น่าจะไม่เกิน 2.5 M ครับ

[@Bejlof]

I just ordered the C40…Claimed electrical consumption is 2 kWh/km. 3,5 is a bit more 🙈 Hope a SW update will help that. Hope you will give C40 a test later.

[@fitzgoblin81]

Kris is the best!

[@gery4870]

Really good video !! Hope you can test the BMW iX3 soon !!! It could be my final choice !!! Greetings from Barcelona :=)

[@KrisRifa]

Thanks! Yes, I will be tasting one as soon as I can get my hands on one 😊

[@gery4870]

@@KrisRifaThanks so much Kris !! Waiting for that cool video :=D

[@DES0MX0]

yeah will be great. have it on pre-order now, hoping it will be a great EQC / E-Tron competition

[@gery4870]

@@DES0MX0 For all the test drives I've watched, it seems to be one of the most EV SUV in the class. I let you a link, where you can check a trip with mix of country roads, city and highway : kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpylkIWCn6t0ppI

[@DES0MX0]

@@gery4870 yeah watched this one and a few others, that's what made me make the decision actually. had a Polestar2 also on draft order (not signed), and then still swayed more towards the BMW, cause larger car hence more practical, but also much better mileage (preliminary tests show). Also, test drove the PHEV X3 (30e) and it's a great car, so no doubt iX3 can be only better. Most likely a real underdog

[@KuyaArbee]

honestly as much as I love the XC40 I dont think they should have made it into an EV.... the design is not an EV design imo... the Polestar 2 imo is the better EV... and the XC40 is a great petrol and diesel vehicle

[@10pm63]

Tried the polestar today - none of us liked it. Not much space inside and the floor isn't even - it just felt awkward to us. I then went to Volvo and tried the xc40 - much better comfort in our opinion. They feel like two completely different vehicles.

[@EVLars]

They HPC chargers on Høvik support 2 cars on a stall, they sharing power.

[@Feraco]

Rumors have it that large sw update in late january to activate heatpump ( hopfully) on battery temp. Hope it is in the NAF test that is coming january 27

[@KrisRifa]

That would be awesome!

[@davetravels9273]

I checked the Volvo website and the heat pump is optional. Are they talking about directing hvac heat to the battery even without the heat pump?

[@JesperH1967]

15:30: "You cant compare the XC40 to the E-tron......." However you are doing it several time through the review, and therefore (without thinking about it) downrate the XC40 on that expense. But a nice and informative review, when disregarding the comparings :-)

[@j.k.1198]

It does have competitors. The brand new Mercedes EQA and Tesla Model Y notably.

[@KrisRifa]

The Model Y is still not avalible outside the US and the EQA was revealed after this video was uploaded 😊 But when they are here they will be competitors 😊

[@j.k.1198]

@@KrisRifa ok, didn’t know the Y wasn’t available over here yet! :)

[@berthogendoorn2133]

I would like to see new high speed runs with the latest charging improvements, how about it Kris!!!

[@fitzgoblin81]

you should list the brand name of those boots in the "My Gear" section of your description. They look like Redwings, but I can not tell for sure. Great video!!

[@KrisRifa]

They are Timberlands 😊

[@damiienevo4053]

The silver that goes around the bottom/maybe is the skid plate package? Sets that apart from the C 40 makes it look better

[@luizbranco8350]

How the hell they advertise 470 KMS range and at best you get 300?

[@TheMaximBond]

Kris, would you go for XC40 or Enyak 80?

[@IssarCerrato]

Vad tycker du - KIA Sorento Plug versionen eller Volvo XC40?

[@johnminshall242]

At maybe £50k+ this new Volvo will be expensive against VW’s ID4 and, more interestingly for me, Skoda’s new Enyaq. I could get an 80, UK-spec, for around £42k, and I just think that is much better value (for a higher-riding, small SUV-type of vehicle).

[@marvinisrael1671]

A friend of mine is urging me to get the xc40 recharge, but I have decided on the BMW i4-40 M Sport instead. I have no need of an SUV and I don't like their bulbuous appearance. If I need to tow a utility trailer or haul cargo like a recumbent trike, I have an old Honda Odyssey minivan with the rear seats removed.

[@thomascrown7818]

When you have that laugh as Volvo accelerates, Safyan came to my mind. Are you guys related? 🤷🏻‍♂️ Very cool review regardless 👍

[@DeeSock]

If this was a bigger model Volvo would you switch from Etron, or would it have to have something more like on a "dedicated" ev platform?

[@rggamervlogantonio9848]

Did you know that Volvo makes Polestar. You can see that on the T lights. Maybe not just on the lights but it is true

[@KrisRifa]

They do?? Wow I did not know that!

[@matthewbuchanan1372]

Speaking of steering.... how crooked is the stitching on the steering wheel. I'm picking up a P6 tomorrow and I hope it's not as C-grade as that! I pay all this money and Volvo can't stitch leather in a straight line?

[@LauriLaipio]

Good review Volvo Kris! 😋😂

[@mohammadabdullah-wl5wf]

Do a c40 recharge review pls...grt 📹 from you

[@davorvukovic8148]

haha the coor company car behind you while you charge is the company my mom works in :)

[@NoatunTygar]

1 min in, my old work place :), looking to buy a EV in 2025, Volvo seems a good choice atm, but what else is there for living in Innlandet and working in Lysaker

[@hdtvkeith1604]

Wow, 600K SEK is a bargain? That is $72K USD which is nuts, in the US the loaded car runs about $62K USD which is high for what it has and also fro what it lacks (decent range).

[@KrisRifa]

Don’t know what it cost I Sweden, here in Norway LR DM starts at around 430k NOK which is around 51k USD. For that price you won’t get close to that performance, quality and over all driving experience 😊

[@hdtvkeith1604]

@@KrisRifa My apologies I used the wrong currency convertor. $51K for a loaded P8 is excellent. Great videos. I keep waffling on a P8 as some test the range is good , other not so good. What ever I get next will be an EV, but I want to keep it a long time and not sure the P8 will age well with the limited range.

[@KrisRifa]

@@hdtvkeith1604 No worries, but I also thought you were talking about the PS2 🙈 That is the car that starts at 51k USD for the LR DM, but thats also base spec. I don't remember the prices of the XC40 P8 off hand, but I think it is about 100k NOK more expensive.

[@christopherrmcg]

I know why you didn't comment on the XC40 H/K audio system, it sucks! Especially compared to the H/K for the SPA platform. The XC40 recharge is a lot of fun though! The big oof I see with the infotainment is the lack of traffic in the instrument cluster, would be so nice to have it!

[@patrikjardmark3585]

Kris, when will you be able get the ID4 for a full review? The size would be comparable but perhaps not the comfort and the infotainment system. Would be nice to get your view on this car.

[@XLoaferY]

would love that car if it launched with all wheel drive

[@patrikjardmark3585]

@@XLoaferY as I’ve learned, it will get all wheel drive during second half of 2021.

[@XLoaferY]

@@patrikjardmark3585 yeah, I know. But I can't really wait that long since for my next car :)

[@d7mysterio7]

Hey Kris... Can you test the Kia Niro EV and Kona EV as well. Considering that they cost substantially lest and give you more range I find this puzzling from Volvo with its current range. Thanks for the video

[@bloosi78]

Played at 1.25x speed. Muuuuch better!

[@sunyella]

Hey @kris maybe its time for a new video about the P8? It had Some updates, better range and faster Charging... a new video would be great!

[@esmaeil1981]

Hi Kris, I enjoy watching your videos and I like your soundtracks :) This is an excellent review and comparison to the competition. Also, in 3-6 months Tesla Model Y will be available in Europe with the same price as the XC40. That is range vs ride comfort and build quality. What would you go for?

[@PQV-8898]

Tesla Model Y is same price as the XC40? In what planet are you from?

[@esmaeil1981]

@@PQV-8898 the comment is from more than 1 year ago. Prices have changed a lot since then.

[@PQV-8898]

@@esmaeil1981Sure but still a huge price difference back then. I take back my comment about what planet you're from That was rude.

[@esmaeil1981]

@@PQV-8898 Prices depend on options too.I ordered my first Model Y in 2020 it was 550 NOK with FSD. Sold with a slight profit. I ordered my current Model Y in May 2022 with FSD, Red, Winter wheels 670 NOK. I checked XC40 prices . Volvo xc40 AWD is around 600-650 NOK in Norway. 10 NOK = 1 Euro

[@PQV-8898]

@@esmaeil1981 Congrats on your new Model Y. That's a killer order with FSD and in gorgeous red!! You can't beat Tesla's in the EV game.

[@ThorRavnsborg]

I really think Volvo did an excellent job with the design of this car inside and out. But on specs and charging infrastructure Model Y is very tough competition. My heart has a soft spot for this car but the choice gets harder when I look at the numbers.

[@wijen153]

As an owner of the XC40 recharge, i can tell that after updates the car gets less thirsty. When i compare the car to a Tesla, The Tesla is better in the drivetrain no doubt. However i love the volvo seats and the overall finish of the volvo is A LOT better then Tesla’s IMO. So the choice is between feel and design or drivetrain opitmalization. Goodluck choosing!

[@noahmijo]

Are you a Filipino leaving in Norway or Sweden?? That’s kinda cool.

[@Hhhh22222-w]

He's not Filipino beside ethnicity

[@christerhultberg]

Thx :) Now I know I ordered the right car... :) xc40

[@willielarsson9651]

Lucky man. Enjoy

[@Markus-ns6ld]

P2 for me next year

[@ParasiteZappers]

When will they make a minivan electric ⚡

[@davetravels9273]

You forgot to mention getting the heat pump option... turns out it is not standard. 😆

[@hfcarwash]

No thanks, I'm fine with my Prius phv with no worry about range and averaging 400mpg now after 3 years and 70k km

[@KrisRifa]

400MPG sound a little low for a Prius, a friend of mine averaged 1200MPG over 20 years and 2500k km! That's what I call impressive! You should get yours check, since it doesn't sound like it's performing like it should.

[@kevinbaker2401]

What do you mean about thirsty?

[@dirklyssens8936]

And what about the brand-new C40?

[@williaamlarsson]

If I'm not mistaken, they're built on the exact same platform and is at large the same car. So I guess its more of a preference thing from a looks perspective. More or less just choosing if you want the more elegant C40 or the more rugged XC40

[@dirklyssens8936]

@@williaamlarsson indeed. I have a V60 2021 and I am very happy with it. It's a T 4 Inscription.

[@eriklonneborg4697]

Thanks for the Hej Google Warning! Cheers :-)

[@amaro15]

speed 1.25 you are welcome.

[@richardcarter1000]

Useful review. Thanks. I just can't be bothered with EVs.

[@evgenievs]

Нейросети Яндекса неплохо переводят. Местами даже смешно: "Опусти мне большой палец ниже". Забыли добавить: "кожанный мешок".

[@josephglenn5612]

I drove one yesterday. Apparently all of Sweden shrunk to less than 5'8" in height. Cramped in the front. No head nor knee room in the back. Overall nice finish though. Price of XC40 ICE versus Recharge version is ridiculous. Unjustifiable when other manufacturers are offering competitive EVs for half the price of XC40 Recharge. Also, Volvo has not added the Recharge to its subscription service.

[@lynnread3562]

Recharge drives great.. but the App does not work Volvo on call help is useless.

[@perarnegrondahl6430]

Kris where u from like ur accent are u from the states?

[@bluegoka]

I have to watch this at 1,25x speed.

[@mattipoeka1]

Any change to redo the test with December 2020 firmware release? Volvo claims that it has improved charging and pre-heating on that one.. it also brought OTA updates.

[@fbouret]

Me: hey what percent are you on? Them: 20% Me: I’m at 2% gimmie

[@SK-sz4xe]

Hi Kris, like your reviews from years ago. Since your first XC. Anyway, If i'm looking from most comfort Car in terms of quietness, noise, vibration, etc. What's the best 1-2-3 EVs you would recommend? Model3, xc40, others? (Not looking to get fast car at all)

[@AniSepherd972]

the color of tht volvo, what is it? it looks excuisite!

[@pauldesi]

You need to steady your camera... all that whipping around makes ppl dizzy

[@OK002]

What the heck are you eating? I’m getting hungry too.

[@Anipor992]

0:57 Chicken 🐓 in the xc box

[@muathmahmoud509]

The car sucks low miles slow charge... what the hell are you talking about.

[@fmsantoscar]

I’m not buy any EV anytime soon Kris but thanks for the advice 😊

[@FrankChevyGmc_from_BE]

Hej Google, where is the Volvo xc40 recharge built? 😉

[@holtaern]

In Gent, Belgium

[@FrankChevyGmc_from_BE]

@@holtaern I know, I work there 🤣

[@AirMostafa]

Why do you keep moving forth and back ?! R u ok?

[@KrisRifa]

🤣🤣 I’m fine, but thanks for asking 🙈

[@111msw]

👍👍👍

[@Gizawar]

stitching on that steering wheel makes me mad

[@willielarsson9651]

Sounds horrific for you

[@Gizawar]

@@willielarsson9651 I wake up in the middle of the night in cold sweat thinking about that stitching

[@percheking916]

Volvo to much bad troubles after 2 years

[@paxter82]

so sloooow... need to up the speed to make it more watchable... either is because he is trying to enunciate better or just trying to extend the duration...

[@megapint4521]

With all the Taxes in Finland, we can barely afford to drive a bicycle

[@rare_wubbox360]

Nah, boring cars.. model Y ftw👍🇳🇴

[@brandonmeade8999]

Whhhyyy. Dooooess. Chhhrrriissss sssppppeeaaakk lliikke thhhatttt

[@joedoe7506]

range is desperately loooow

[@logic9436]

You talk WAY to slow for a review. Video should have been 10 minutes, not 17.

[@michaelfletcher1224]

Not interested in a car made in China. Some of the Volvo appeal is a European car.

[@John-209]

Vury

[@51tomtomtom]

just the 300 series was uglier !

[@hikurashi83]

nice clickbait, downvoted

[@KrisRifa]

It's not click bait you dumb ass! Would advice you to actually learn the definition of the words you use before you go downvoting other videos based on incompetence 🙈

[@hikurashi83]

@@KrisRifa even started the video with "watch until the very end" got that ad revenue. Good one

[@KrisRifa]

What’s wrong with that? With scripting, logistics, filming and editing a video like this take around two working days. Of course I would want as much as revenue as possible because at this point KZbin is a job 😊 Do you expect people to make videos just as a hobby and work their asses of else where? 🙈

[@valerianpantsulia5137]

If this car is made in China it's going to be a heavy Lotto problem I don't really recommend it to buy it, late models of Volvo terrible quality shame on you VOLVO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@vc8160]

Have you lost some weight Kris?

[@gregtorre6513]

I'm sorry but your presentation was too long. I hope you enjoy your lunch. Best regards

[@TheBendalina]

Nice parking buy the inconsiderate van driver. 😳

[@johnd8281]

Hahaha volvo made in china...