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C40 vs. XC40

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My dealer had both cars. Initially, I like the C40 styling better 'cause I have a pulse and it's a more handsome car... or at least within the inventory (which was mostly C40's) they looked the best. However, the rear entry is move accessible and the rear window view better for the driver. The 360 camera is essential for the C40 IMHO, but I wonder how folks adapt, and whether they miss the more traditional big rear window? Lack of a rear wiper is also another thing.

Dealer seems to only receive cars with charcoal interiors. I thought there was a lighter gray version interior, too?

Finally.... practical driving range differences? Seem small.

Curious how folks followed their own way between these two options? Sometimes, things get stuck in my head and it helps to hear someone else's views. I'm asking. Please feel free to share. THanks!
I have both vehicles... well my wife drives a 2020 XC40 and she lets me drive it sometimes. I drive a 2022 C40 and I absolutely love it. The smaller rear entry is really not an issue, and nor is the smaller rear window. When the C40 was first issed, many people on this forum raised their concern about the smaller rear window, however it seems not too many people are still concerned about it. I used to drive fire trucks for a living and never had a rear window to look out, so for me, that was never a concern. I have never needed a rear wiper because the window seems to clear itself, perhaps of the aero-dynamic (sp?) design. Range anxiety disappears about the first couple of excursions, as one seems to adapt to it, as they did not to ICE vehicle trips. A good thing about the human mind is that we learn to adapt and figure things out. I am sure others will have differing opinions......