I have been waiting to buy the Volvo C40 Recharge since its launch as it is the first car Volvo offers exclusively as an EV. I have been a fan of electric cars and hence wanted to buy the C40 Recharge anyhow. Initially, the slots were full, but two months after its launch, I got the delivery of this car, and my experience has been mixed. It combines the cargo space of a hatchback with the ride height of an SUV. In a straight line, this car is very quick, but on twisty roads, it falls apart. The driving range is also not that appealing.

I have ridden lots of electric vehicles over the years, but the Volvo c40-recharge takes the joy of driving to the next level. It offers smooth power delivery and mutes road imperfections and bumps. It has a clean design and provides an easy-going driving experience. The electronically adjustable steering gives a quicker response to the vehicle, but cranking up from normal to sport mode can make the car feel twitchy on the highway. One-pedal driving mode is so aggressive and harsh that smooth modulation seems to be a huge challenge.