Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2021-2022

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In 2022 this car was replaced by: Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...)

Currently Produced

Single Motor Since 2022 Single Motor Extended Range Since 2022 Twin Motor Since 2022

Discontinued

Pure Electric 2021-2022 Twin Pure Electric 2021-2022

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About Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022)

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2021. Volvo stopped making the Pure Electric in 2022 and replaced it with the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...). The car is not available on the US market.

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) has a 69 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 232 mi on a single charge — ranked №452 out of 810 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 7.1 seconds (placing it at №54 out of 116 ranked positions, among 810 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 99 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 170 kW (228 hp) and a torque of 243 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) achieves a real-world range of 232 miles, placing it at №135 among 248 ranked positions. However, this range is subject to several influences:

Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) in the USA comes with a CCS Type 2 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11 kW, resulting in approximately 34 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 150 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

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How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) are as follows:

Length: 174.8 in
Width: 80.1 in (including side mirrors) or 73.7 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 62.8 in
Wheelbase: 106.4 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 4343 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

The rear cargo area of the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) provides 15 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (№101 out of 154 ranked positions, among 810 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 49 cubic feet (№98 out of 171 ranked positions, among 810 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

In addition, the car has a frunk, a front compartment with 1.1 cubic feet dedicated to smaller items.

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) is officially rated to tow 2000 lbs. This applies to trailers equipped with brakes.