Engine and specification:

Under the hood, the Volvo XC40 features a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine that produces 187bhp and 300Nm of torque. Paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission, power is sent to the front wheels.

Exterior design:

Design highlights of the Volvo XC40 include all LED lighting, 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome-finished dual-tail pipes, a contrast black roof, blacked-out ORVMs, roof rails, and a shark-fin antenna.

Interior and features:

Inside, the Volvo XC40 gets equipment in the form of a panoramic sunroof, a nine-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument console, dual-zone climate control, powered tail-gate, and wireless charging.

Colours:

The Volvo XC40 is available in five colours that include Onyx Black Metallic, Thunder Grey Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, and Bursting Blue Metallic.

Seating capacity:

The Volvo XC40 has a seating capacity of five occupants.

Rivals:

The Volvo XC40 rivals the likes of the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and the Range Rover Evoque.