USA EV Comparison: Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) for as low as $3998, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) was never offered for sale in the United States.

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is a Hatchback, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is a SUV.

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Years of Production 2011-2017 2022-2022
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Germany, USA Belgium
Body Style Hatchback SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price USA (Used) $3998 - Price USA (Used)
GCC Score 4.1 6.1

Range and Efficiency

While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017).

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Range (EPA) 76 mi - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 264 mi
Range (GCC) 74 mi 227 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 23 kWh 69 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 19.6 kWh 67 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 26.5 kWh/100 mi 29.5 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.78 mi/kWh 3.39 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 4.9 6.2

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) can charge at up to 150 kW.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Max Charging Power (AC) 6.6 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC) 150 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Type 1 (J1772) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 2.8 6.1

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 107 kW 170 kW
Motor Power (hp) 143 hp 228 hp
Motor Torque 184 lb-ft 243 lb-ft
0-60 mph 11 s 7.1 s
Top Speed 84 mph 99 mph
Performance Score 2.2 3.6

Dimensions

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Length 171.6 in 174.2 in
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 80.1 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 71.8 in 73.7 in
Height 57.7 in 65 in
Wheelbase 104.3 in 106.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3624 lb 4475 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.5 ft3 16 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 33.2 ft3 57.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.1 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 2000 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 4 6.7
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