Global EV Comparison: Volvo EX30 Cross Country vs XC40 (EX40) Twin Motor

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) has a starting price of €57290, compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…), which starts at €59590.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) maxes out at 175 kW.

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) 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 XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Motor (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…).