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2021 Volvo

XC40 FWD

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,400EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
340 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
174 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
65 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,721 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
98 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
25 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

251 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 23, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER37839.1.1

    This is a TJ - Text plus two .mov attachments - If the customer is experiencing a frozen Sirius Radio banner, meaning in the app view the title of the song and station name will stay on the previous selected station; the audio will be for the station that is selected and not what is shown on the screen, follow the advice on this TJ under “Service”

  • May 23, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER33031.6.0

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in DIM "Car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key

  • May 20, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER37813.2.0

    This is a TJ - Text plus 1 mp4 file - If, an iCup model year 2026 vehicle equipped with Sound System defined by VDN K501 or K502, experiencing the symptom where the audible turn-indicator sound is out of sync and may occasionally skip a “beep” (see TJ_37813_1.mp4), follow the guidance provided in the Service.

  • May 7, 2026POWER TRAIN36496.10.0

    This is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. If the sound corresponds to attached sound file, change front drive shafts to the below part numbers.

  • May 7, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTING34521.11.1

    This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp

  • Apr 29, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER37814.1.0

    This is a TJ - Text Plus 1 .mp4 file - When using the CSD for seat adjustments mode for example lumbar support and seat Cushing, the visualization does not match the selected part for adjustment. Do not fault trace for this symptom. Advice the customer to use the physical seat mode switch knob. A new improved software is planned to be released during quarter 3 2026.

  • Apr 23, 2026ENGINE35526.1.8

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure
 Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.

  • Apr 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER37514.6.0

    This is a TJ. Text only no attachments - If a customer complains it is not possible to download third-party apps (only ICUP MY2026 cars affected) follow advice under "Service". Workaround is to perform a "IHU factory reset". analysis will now continue to find the root cause and provide a better improvement.

  • and 243 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.