Global EV Comparison: Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric vs XC40 (EX40) P8 AWD

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) for as low as €36900, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) P8 AWD (2020-2021) begins at €32980.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) P8 AWD (2020-2021) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) P8 AWD (2020-2021) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Pure Electric (2021-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) P8 AWD (2020-2021).