Global EV Comparison: Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo
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General Info
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €63990. The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €36900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €63990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 364 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 449 km | 417 km |
| Range (GCC) | 362 km | 354 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.7 kWh/100 km | 24.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.83 km/kWh | 4.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 4.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) has more power, the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 320 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 429 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022).
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4440 mm | 4655 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2034 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1873 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1596 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2702 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) 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 C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022), but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD Nismo (2024-…).
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD Nismo |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2132 kg | 2218 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 404 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1205 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.9 |
