Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric
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General Info
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €42900. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €30890 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2022-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €42900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29990 | €30890 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 406 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 516 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 407 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 5.46 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 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 Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 6.1 |
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 100 km/h.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 170 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 266 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) has a longer body, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2034 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1600 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) 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 Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1910 kg | 2030 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1295 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.6 | 6.7 |
