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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| City / Hwy MPG | 118 / 96 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 107 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $700 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $53,600–$65,772 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.7/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 9.1/10, while Performance at 7.0/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.1/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. On safety, it scores 9.1/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.0/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.3/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $53,600–$65,772, 100 MPG, seating 5, the Volvo C40 Recharge sits in the premium tier of the ev category. At 7.1/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge ranks #89 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 67% of the segment. Its 7.7/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $53,600 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the C40 Recharge model years we've scored, the 2024 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $55,208 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.7/10 | $53,600 | |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $51,992 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $50,384 | Read review → |
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