Launched about a year ago in the Portuguese market, the Volvo XC40 was the first Volvo model to use the Swedish brand's modular platform for compact vehicles, the CMA – Compact Modular Architecture.
At a time when Diesel has seen its future much questioned, Guilherme Costa tested the XC40 D3, that is, one of the Diesel versions of the smallest Volvo SUV. Equipped with a 2.0 l engine, the XC40 in the D3 version presents itself with 150 hp and 350 Nm of torque.
The unit that Guilherme had the opportunity to ride was equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox, and in terms of consumption, the Volvo announces values between 5.5 and 5.9 l/100km (which Guilherme could prove to be true). The benefits announced are 9.9s from 0 to 100 km/h and 200 km/h of maximum speed.
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With the Momentum equipment level, the XC40 D3 that Guilherme tested had some “luxuries” such as the Versatility Pro options that for around 1050 euros offer an intelligent key and intelligent tailgate opening or the Business Pro pack that brings a navigation system and the Harman/Kardon sound system, all for around 1500 euros.
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As standard, every XC40 comes with a robust look, an interior full of storage solutions and safety systems such as the latest generation of the City Safety System, the Run-off Road Protection & Mitigation system, Cross Traffic alert with automatic braking and the 360° camera to support parking maneuvers.
Finally, if you were interested in buying an XC40 D3 similar to the one that Guilherme tested in this video the price starts at 42,143 euros.