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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.