Competition in the domestic automobile market is becoming more and more fierce, and people's selection standards for car purchases are also constantly improving. In the past, if you had a budget of 300,000 yuan, you would definitely go for luxury brands. After all, this type of vehicle not only has superior brand influence, but also symbolizes a person's economic strength, and it is also face-saving to drive.

For a budget of around 200,000 yuan, more people will choose some moderate brands of German or Japanese series. These models are usually the first choice for family cars with stable performance and reliable quality.

However, with the passage of time and the evolution of the market, more and more emerging Chinese brands and evolving product lines have given consumers more choices when facing car purchases. Brand influence is important, but it is no longer the only decisive factor.

In this diversified and open market environment, some excellent models have begun to emerge. They may not have the reputation of traditional luxury brands, but they have unique charms that are not inferior to luxury brands in performance, safety and design.

Volvo XC40 is one of them. As a compact SUV under the famous Swedish luxury car brand Volvo, it can be said that compared with the first-tier luxury cars Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi, the XC40 is not inferior in the same class, especially in terms of safety performance. Volvo is absolutely superior. More importantly, it is more affordable in terms of price, and the current discount is also very large, almost "a bargain price"!

Let's take a look at the performance of the Volvo XC40 SUV model in all aspects. Let's look at the exterior design first. The XC40 adopts a typical Nordic design language, which is simple but not simple.

Its exterior lines are smooth, the overall shape is modern and exquisite, without too many complicated elements, showing a unique sense of fashion and high-end. The overall appearance is more beautiful and energetic than the BMW X1.

The front face is one of the important features of the XC40 design, especially its large-size upright front grille, combined with sharp LED headlights and unique "hammer" LED daytime running lights, giving the front of the car a strong visual impact and recognition.

Compared with some popular streamlined SUV designs, the XC40 is more inclined to a square design style. This style not only fits its tough off-road vehicle image, but also provides a more practical and spacious interior space.

Entering the car, the interior design of the XC40 is simple and generous, yet luxurious. First of all, its seats are very comfortable and made of high-quality materials. Sitting on them is like sitting on a sofa. Moreover, its seats also have a variety of adjustment functions to meet the needs of different people.

Secondly, its center console design is also very simple, with a clear 9-inch center control screen. The entire series is equipped with an Android car-mounted intelligent system, including voice control, navigation system, mobile phone interconnection and multimedia functions. It is very convenient to operate. The car is also equipped with multiple storage spaces for you to store various items.

 In terms of functional configuration, the Volvo XC40 is richer than the BMW X1 of the same level. In addition to the common configurations such as panoramic sunroof, front and rear parking radar, and intelligent assisted driving system, there is also Volvo's iconic city safety system, including advanced safety technologies such as automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, and cyclist detection. These systems can help drivers avoid collisions or reduce damage caused by collisions.

Finally, in terms of power, the biggest change in the new model is the adoption of a new 48V hybrid system, equipped with a 2.0T four-cylinder engine, equipped with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, a maximum power of 163 horsepower, and a maximum torque of 265 Nm, which not only brings smoother power performance, but also takes into account good fuel economy. The WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption is as low as 6.67L/100km. In addition, some models are also equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system, and the fastest acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers takes only 7.6 seconds.

In general, except for the slightly insufficient power, Volvo XC40 performs very well in other aspects. In particular, the price advantage is very obvious. If you are asked to choose between XC40 and BMW X1, what would you choose? Welcome to leave a message to discuss!