USA EV Comparison: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC
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General Info
While the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. 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 | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 264 mi | 285 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 227 mi | 236 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 29.5 kWh/100 mi | 28.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.39 mi/kWh | 3.55 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.6 |
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 Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) maxes out at 112 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 Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 5.4 |
Performance
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 243 lb-ft | 384 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 174.2 in | 175.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 80.1 in | 79.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 65 in | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 107.4 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 Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4475 lb | 4630 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 57.5 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
