2023 Volvo C40 Recharge twinFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
94
MPGe
Highway
80
MPGe
Combined
87
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
226 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
8 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
38.5
City 35.7 / Hwy 41.9 kWh
Electric Motor
175 and 175 kW ACPMSM

EPA-estimated range of 226 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 8 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 38.5 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
94
Hwy
80
Comb
87
Fuel cost: $850/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$850

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$7,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 10/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
0 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
0.1 barrels

Specifications

Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
38.5224 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
35.7195 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
41.9482 kWh / 100 mi

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
23
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems23 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 23 owner complaints for the 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge twin. Top reported issues include electrical system, advanced safety (adas) and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
6
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Brakes
4
Steering
4
Structure
3
Power Train
3
Visibility / Wipers
2
Suspension
2

2023 Volvo C40 Recharge twin problems by category: Electrical System: 6 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Brakes: 4 complaints, Steering: 4 complaints, Structure: 3 complaints, Power Train: 3 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 2 complaints, Suspension: 2 complaints.

4
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
4
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 05/13/2026ODI#11737627
Persistent steering wheel vibration at highway speeds (60-80 mph), present from the first drive within two hours of taking delivery of this Certified Pre-Owned vehicle on April 14, 2026 at 21,075 mile…
Electrical SystemFiled: 01/20/2026ODI#11712259
I purchased a used 2023 Volvo C40 that was represented as Certified Pre-Owned. Shortly after purchase, the vehicle developed persistent grinding noises during braking, vibration, and mechanical noises…
Electrical SystemFiled: 03/26/2024Crash1 InjuryODI#11579426
I am writing to bring to your attention a potentially catastrophic accident involving our leased C40 vehicle that happened on [XXX], 3:30pm. (ID [XXX] ) On the above mentioned date, my husband, [XXX…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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