USA EV Comparison: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Lexus RZ 350e
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General Info
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2022 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 264 mi | 357 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 227 mi | 304 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 29.5 kWh/100 mi | 22.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.39 mi/kWh | 4.39 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 9.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 7.8 |
Performance
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.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 243 lb-ft | 196 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 174.2 in | 189.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 80.1 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.7 in | 74.6 in |
| Height | 65 in | 64.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…).
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4475 lb | 4398 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 57.5 ft3 | 51.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 7.1 |
