#2020 VOLVO CROSSOVER UPGRADE#

However, that price can easily go up if you aren't careful with the options. The Volvo XC40 T4 Momentum starts quite reasonably at $36,195, which lives in the same ballpark as other European options like the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. And let's be honest, who's taking their XC40 to the track? Volvo says this package 'results in a vehicle that responds quickly and predictably, which is important for those who engage in active driving, whether on the racetrack or on the road.' That sounds cool, but it only drops the 0-60 time by a tenth of a second. Along with the output bump, the Polestar pack changes the transmission, throttle, and engine tuning to deliver a more engaging driving experience. That power increase is minimal, but the torque bump is sizable.

#2020 VOLVO CROSSOVER UPGRADE#

This upgrade is purely software-based, upping the power to 252 hp and the torque to 295 lb-ft. If you crave a bit more performance (and we really mean only a bit), Volvo offers a Polestar Performance package for the XC40 T5. That's well worth two grand! With the T5, the 0-60 time drops to a far more exhilarating 6.1 seconds. Not only does it add all-wheel drive for just $2,000, but it also bumps the output to 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This variant takes 8.1 dreary seconds to hit 60 mph, which doesn't scream 'premium automobile.' That's why we highly recommend upgrading to the T5. The T4 isn't exactly sprightly, managing just 187 horsepower and 221 lb-ft torque from a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

Volvo offers the gas-powered XC40 in two flavors: the T4 FWD and the T5 AWD.

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