Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric

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

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In 2022 this car was replaced by: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…)

Currently Produced

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

Discontinued

P8 AWD 2020-2021 Pure Electric 2022 Twin Pure Electric 2022

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About Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022)

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2022. Volvo stopped making the Pure Electric in 2022 and replaced it with the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…). The car is not available on the US market.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a 69 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 227 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 29.5 kWh per 100 miles (or 3.4 miles per kWh) — ranked №434 out of 719 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds (ranked №453 out of 719 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 99 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 170 kW (228 hp) of power and 243 lb-ft of torque.

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

Real-world range of the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is 204–250 miles (ranked №434 out of 719 electric vehicles) — depending on several factors, including:

Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

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

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (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 XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) are as follows:

Length: 174.2 in
Width: 80.1 in (including side mirrors) or 73.7 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 65 in
Wheelbase: 106.4 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 4475 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

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

Here's a breakdown of the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) cargo space:

Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 16 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked №397 out of 719 electric vehicles).
Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 57.5 cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked №252 out of 719 electric vehicles).
Frunk capacity: The front trunk is called a "frunk", and it offers an additional 1.1 cubic feet for storing small items.

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

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity (braked) of up to 2000 lbs (maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes).