Overview
The Volvo XC40 is a five-seat C-segment SUV for buyers who want a petrol mild-hybrid drivetrain and all-wheel drive in a compact Volvo. The sole Malaysian B5 Ultimate uses a 1,969 cc petrol unit with 263 hp and an automatic transmission. Prices start from RM268,888.
XC40 in 2026 — what's new
The 2026 XC40 carries on in Malaysia as the B5 Ultimate petrol mild-hybrid. Volvo Car UX and the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform reach the XC40 from 2025. A 2027 facelift adds subtle exterior changes plus a larger screen with Google Gemini AI, while retaining the XC40 nameplate.
Variant (1)
RM268,888 · est. from RM2,745/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 263 hp
- Torque
- 390 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Previous model years (8)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 263 hp
- Torque
- 390 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 263 hp
- Torque
- 390 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 177 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 80 hp
- Torque
- 265 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 160 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,477 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 10.7 kWh
- EV Range
- 45 km
- Rated Economy
- 2.2 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 252 hp
- Torque
- 350 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 177 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 80 hp
- Torque
- 265 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 160 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,477 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 10.7 kWh
- EV Range
- 45 km
- Rated Economy
- 2.2 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 177 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 80 hp
- Torque
- 265 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 160 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,477 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 10.7 kWh
- EV Range
- 45 km
- Rated Economy
- 2.2 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 252 hp
- Torque
- 350 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 252 hp
- Torque
- 350 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,969 cc
- Rated Economy
- 7.7 L/100 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.4 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 460 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Black Stone Solid
- Crystal White Pearl
- Denim Blue Metallic
- Glacier Silver Metallic
- Thunder Grey Metallic
Volvo XC40 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The Mk1 XC40 has been around since 2018, and the present Malaysian range keeps the choice simple: one 263 hp petrol mild-hybrid AWD variant. It costs RM10,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLA and MINI Countryman, but RM14,912 less than the BMW iX2. It also sits far above the RM103,800 starting point of the Proton eMas 7, so buyers are paying distinctly more than the entry end of this class.
Used cars for sale
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Volvo XC40 sales in Malaysia
5 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #306 best-selling model this year. 1 were registered in Mar 2026, the latest month on record.
Full XC40 sales data, month by month →Volvo XC40 resale value
What a used XC40 holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM278,900 | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM218,700 | — | 78% |
| 2024 | RM189,700 | — | 68% |
| 2023 | RM164,800 | RM143,800 (5) | 52% |
| 2022 | RM130,900 | RM110,950 (18) | 42% |
| 2021 | RM118,550 | RM98,800 (20) | 39% |
| 2020 | RM107,300 | — | 42% |
| 2019 | RM88,200 | RM74,888 (6) | 29% |
| 2018 | RM78,800 | — | 31% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Volvo XC40 FAQ
How much is the Volvo XC40 in Malaysia?
The Volvo XC40 costs RM268,888 in Malaysia in B5 Ultimate form.
What do you get in the Volvo XC40?
The XC40 B5 Ultimate has a 1,969 cc, 263 hp petrol mild-hybrid powertrain, all-wheel drive, an automatic transmission and five seats.
Is the Volvo XC40 all-wheel drive?
Yes. The Malaysian XC40 B5 Ultimate uses AWD.
What changes are coming for the Volvo XC40?
The 2027 facelift brings subtle exterior changes and a larger screen with Google Gemini AI.
