Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1

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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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) for as low as $2995, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) was never offered for sale in the United States.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is a SUV, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is a Hatchback.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Years of Production 2022-2022 2010-2021
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Belgium Japan
Body Style SUV Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $2995
GCC Score 6.1 4.2

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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021).

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 59 mi
Range (WLTP) 264 mi - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 227 mi 65 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 69 kWh 16 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 67 kWh 14.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 29.5 kWh/100 mi 22.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.39 mi/kWh 4.48 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.3 5.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) maxes out at 50 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is limited to 3.7 kW.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 3.7 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 150 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 6.2 3

Performance

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers a front-wheel drive system.

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

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Drive Type FWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 170 kW 49 kW
Motor Power (hp) 228 hp 66 hp
Motor Torque 243 lb-ft 145 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.1 s 15.3 s
Top Speed 99 mph 81 mph
Performance Score 3.6 1.4

Dimensions

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is longer, wider, and taller.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Length 174.2 in 144.7 in
Width (with Mirrors) 80.1 in 70.6 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73.7 in 62.4 in
Height 65 in 63.6 in
Wheelbase 106.4 in 100.4 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 4
Curb Weight 4475 lb 2579 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 16 ft3 13.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 57.5 ft3 50.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 2000 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.7 4.2
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