Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD

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General Info

Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Years of Production 2022-2022 2021-2022
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Belgium Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 6.1 6.5

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 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022).

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Range (WLTP) 264 mi 225 mi
Range (GCC) 227 mi 191 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 69 kWh 58 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 67 kWh 54 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 29.5 kWh/100 mi 28.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.39 mi/kWh 3.54 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.3 5.9

Charging

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) maxes out at 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 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) is limited to 10.9 kW.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 10.9 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 150 kW 175 kW
Architecture 400 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 6.2 7

Performance

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Drive Type FWD AWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 170 kW 173 kW
Motor Power (hp) 228 hp 232 hp
Motor Torque 243 lb-ft 446 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.1 s 5.8 s
Top Speed 99 mph 115 mph
Performance Score 3.6 4.8

Dimensions

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) has a longer body, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Length 174.2 in 182.5 in
Width (with Mirrors) 80.1 in 84.7 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73.7 in 74.4 in
Height 65 in 63.2 in
Wheelbase 106.4 in 118.1 in

Cargo and Towing

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD (2021-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range AWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4475 lb 4442 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 16 ft3 26.3 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 57.5 ft3 58.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.1 ft3 0.8 ft3
Towing Capacity 2000 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.8 6.6
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