Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53490. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €34990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2022-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | €53490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39898 | €34990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 489 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 536 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 462 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.8 kWh/100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.31 km/kWh | 5.46 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 6.3 |
Charging
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.2 |
Performance
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: EESM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 178 kW | 170 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 239 hp | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | 2034 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2121 kg | 2030 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 466 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1350 l | 1295 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 6.8 |
