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Used 2023 Volvo XC40 for sale
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€35,990
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You can plug in regularly and many journeys are short: a plug-in hybrid could suit that routine. Check this version's electric range.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- You cannot charge regularly: do not assume you will achieve a plug-in hybrid's advertised fuel savings.
- You are buying your first car or have a tight insurance budget: Spanner flags a higher insurance band. Get your own quote before paying a deposit.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the XC40 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) with an automatic transmission: it pairs a petrol engine with an electric motor and a high-voltage battery for short all-electric trips and lower running costs if you charge regularly. Check the vendor paperwork for the high-voltage battery warranty and any software/recall history; hybrid-specific servicing and charging equipment/cables are the practical extras to budget for.
- High-voltage battery state-of-health report (visible capacity/percentage or dealer diagnostics) and confirm remaining battery warranty.
- Charging port, inlet cover and supplied charging cable(s) for damage and correct operation; attempt an AC charge if possible.
- Hybrid-system service history and any software/ECU updates recorded by Volvo (hybrid software bugs have been fixed via updates in some early cars).
- Automatic transmission behaviour: smooth shifts, no hesitation or limp-home faults and evidence of gearbox/software services where applicable.
- Brake pad and rotor condition (regenerative braking can hide uneven wear) and underside/suspension for salt corrosion from Irish roads.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
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