Volvo C40 Recharge vs BMW X3 [2018-2022]

CarWale brings you comparison of Volvo C40 Recharge and BMW X3 [2018-2022]. The Volvo C40 Recharge price is Rs. 62.95 Lakh and BMW X3 [2018-2022] price is Rs. 49.99 Lakh. The BMW X3 [2018-2022] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. X3 [2018-2022] provides the mileage of 16.4 kmpl.

C40 Recharge vs X3 [2018-2022] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C40 Recharge	X3 [2018-2022]
Price	Rs. 62.95 Lakh	Rs. 49.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity	-	1995 cc
Power	408 bhp	190 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel

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Volvo C40 Recharge

E80

Rs. 62.95 Lakh

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BMW X3 [2018-2022]

xDrive 20d Expedition

Rs. 49.99 Lakh

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Volvo C40 Recharge

E80

BMW X3 [2018-2022]

xDrive 20d Expedition

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	180
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	4.7
Engine	Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type		Inline turbocharged Diesel
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	408 bhp	190 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	660 Nm	400 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		16.4View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	530
Drivetrain	AWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Automatic - 1 Gears	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Not Applicable	Turbocharged
Battery	78 kWh, Lithium Ion, 500 kg Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor	2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
Others	Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	Not Applicable, Not Applicable	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control	Two Zones
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	Separate Zone
Third Row AC Zone
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control	Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1	2

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way electrically adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Recycled Material	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Charcoal Insert/Sky Blue Insert
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Aluminium
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Remote

Exterior

Lighting

Headlights	LED	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Active
Taillights	LED	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	Halogen
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Not Applicable	Dynamic
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer		Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wired
Apple CarPlay	Wired
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	8	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Onyx Black	Black Sapphire
	Fjord Blue	Phytonic Blue
	Fusion Red	Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
	Sage Green	Mineral White
	Cloud Blue
	Vapour Grey
	Silver Dawn
	Crystal White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

12 Ratings

3.0/5

2 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	4.5Exterior
	4.9Comfort	3.0Comfort
	4.9Performance	4.5Performance
	4.5Fuel Economy	3.5Fuel Economy
	4.8Value for Money	3.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Volvo C40 Recharge E80

The driving experience was top-notch. This car is a paradise for driving lovers. Looks are stunning and can attract all other travelers on the road. Best class and comfort in this segment.

Mind-blowing

Its absolutely insane. No words to describe it. Best experience and best performance. Never felt bad or regretted about it. I suggested everyone to buy this car and because of its fabulous looks.

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Length (mm)	4440	4657
Width (mm)	1873	1881
Height (mm)	1591	1678
Wheelbase (mm)	2702	2810

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	413
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		67

Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 50 R19	225 / 60 R18
Rear Tyres	255 / 45 R19	225 / 60 R18

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Full-time	Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers

Battery Warranty (In Years)	8
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	160000
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Unlimited