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2020 Volvo XC40 remains high on style

With good looks and good tech to back it up, the XC40 is a compelling entry-luxe compact crossover.

Andrew Krok
Cars are Andrew's jam, as is strawberry. After spending years as a regular ol' car fanatic, he started working his way through the echelons of the automotive industry, starting out as social-media director of a small European-focused garage outside of Chicago. From there, he moved to the editorial side, penning several written features in Total 911 Magazine before becoming a full-time auto writer, first for a local Chicago outlet and then for CNET Cars.
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The Volvo XC40 has only been on sale for two years, but it didn't take long for this plucky Swedish crossover to earn favor through a blend of solid driving dynamics and a focus on democratized technology that isn't limited by trim. 

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Some small tweaks make their way into the Volvo XC40 for 2020, but this new model year reminds me why this SUV is so likeable.

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Unsurprisingly, choices abound when it comes to entry-lux compact crossovers. 

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The XC40 plays alongside a refreshed Q3 that offers a more rectilinear (but equally well-crafted) interior, slightly softer driving dynamics and better infotainment tech.

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The BMW X1 is sharper, and I'm excited to see how the upcoming 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class fares against all this new competition, too.

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The 2020 Volvo XC40 sort of lives in the just-right porridge of the segment.

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It's not too luxurious as to cost a fortune, and it's not so sporty that opting for the R-Design trim will leave you uncomfortable. 

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It's loaded with standard features at a decent price point, and it's got some of the best styling in its competitive set.

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Whether you want to subscribe to it or not, the XC40 is a solid purchase.

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