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The Volvo XC40, introduced in 2017, is a subcompact luxury SUV that has become a cornerstone of Volvo's lineup, earning accolades like the 2018 European Car of the Year.
Initially offered with conventional petrol and diesel engines, the XC40 expanded its performance options with a plug-in hybrid in 2019 and a fully electric model in 2020, branded as the XC40 Recharge.
By 2025, the XC40's top hybrid configuration delivers 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque from a 2.0L turbocharged hybrid engine paired with all-wheel drive (AWD).
The electric variant peaked at 402 horsepower and 494 lb-ft of torque, showcasing Volvo's commitment to electrification.
Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for the Volvo XC40 across its various configurations.
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The 2026 Volvo XC40 horsepower ranges from 194 hp to 247 hp depending on the trim and drivetrain.
The 2026 Volvo XC40 torque ranges from 221 lb-ft to 258 lb-ft depending on the trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| B4 Core SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| B4 Plus SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| B5 Core SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Plus SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultra SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultra Black Edition SUV | 2.0L | Turbo | Hybrid | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
The 2025 Volvo XC40 is equipped with a 2.0L hybrid engine that produces a consistent output of 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5 Core Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Plus Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Plus Dark Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultra Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultra Dark Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
The 2024 Volvo XC40 features a 2.0L hybrid engine producing 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system and an 8-speed automatic transmission. In contrast, the Recharge Pure Electric variant utilizes an electric powertrain that generates 494 lb-ft of torque, also with an AWD configuration and a 1-speed automatic transmission.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5 Core Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Core Dark Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Plus Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Plus Dark Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultimate Bright Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| B5 Ultimate Dark Theme Hybrid | 2.0L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|
| Recharge Pure Electric Core Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | RWD | 310 ft-lbs |
| Recharge Pure Electric Plus Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | RWD | 310 ft-lbs |
| Recharge Pure Electric Ultimate Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | RWD | 310 ft-lbs |
| Recharge Pure Electric Twin Core Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 494 ft-lbs |
| Recharge Pure Electric Twin Plus Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 494 ft-lbs |
| Recharge Pure Electric Twin Ultimate Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 494 ft-lbs |
The 2023 Volvo XC40 features a horsepower range from 194 hp with a 2.0L engine in front-wheel drive configuration to 402 hp with the Recharge Pure Core Twin e in all-wheel drive.
Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in front-wheel drive to 486 lb-ft with the all-wheel drive variant.
Transmission options include an 8-speed automatic for the front-wheel drive model and a 1-speed automatic for the all-wheel drive model.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core B4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Core B5 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Plus Bright Theme B4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Plus Bright Theme B5 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Plus Dark Theme B4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Plus Dark Theme B5 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Bright Theme B4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Ultimate Bright Theme B5 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Ultimate Dark Theme B4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 194 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Ultimate Dark Theme B5 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 247 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Recharge Pure Core Twin e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
| Recharge Pure Plus Twin e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge Pure Ultimate Twin e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
The Volvo XC40 features a horsepower range from 187 hp with a 2.0L 16v Drive-E engine in front-wheel drive configuration to 402 hp with the Recharge Pure Twin P8 e in all-wheel drive.
Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in front-wheel drive to 486 lb-ft with the Recharge Pure Twin P8 e in all-wheel drive.
The transmission options include an 8-speed automatic for the 2.0L engine and a single-speed automatic for the electric variant.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inscription T4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Inscription T5 SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Momentum T4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| Momentum T5 SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| RDesign T4 SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| RDesign T5 SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge Pure Twin P8 e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
| Recharge Pure Twin Plus P8 e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
| Recharge Pure Twin Ultimate P8 e Electric | Electric | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp @ 13,900 rpm | 486 ft-lbs @ 4,350 rpm |
The Volvo XC40 features a horsepower range from 187 hp with a 2.0L 16v DI engine in a 2WD configuration to 402 hp with a 1-speed automatic AWD system utilizing a 16v DI engine with Polestar optimization.
Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft in the 2WD variant to 486 lb-ft in the AWD model.
The vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission in the 2WD version and a 1-speed automatic in the AWD configuration.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge P8 RDesign SUV | 1 Spd Auto | AWD | 402 hp | 486 ft-lbs |
| T4 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di w/polestar | AWD | 252 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 295 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| T5 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di w/polestar | AWD | 252 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 295 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di w/polestar | AWD | 252 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 295 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
The Volvo XC40 features a 2.0L engine with a horsepower range of 187 hp in the base configuration to 248 hp in the higher-output variant, with the difference attributed to the 16v di drive-e technology in the latter.
Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft to 258 lb-ft, corresponding to the same engine configurations.
The vehicle is available with front-wheel drive (FWD), all-wheel drive (AWD), and two-wheel drive (2WD) options, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 Inscription | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Inscription | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T4 Momentum | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Momentum | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T4 RDesign | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 RDesign | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 16v di drive-e | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
The Volvo XC40 is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range from 187 hp with front-wheel drive to 248 hp with all-wheel drive.
Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft in the front-wheel drive configuration to 258 lb-ft in the all-wheel drive setup, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 Inscription | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Inscription | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T4 Momentum | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Momentum | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T4 RDesign | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 RDesign | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T4 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 187 hp @ 4,700 rpm | 221 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm |
| T5 Inscription SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 Momentum SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |
| T5 RDesign SUV | 2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 248 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 258 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm |

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