Global EV Comparison: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) for as low as €30890, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) begins at €32890.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2022 | 2019-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30890 | €32890 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) has a larger battery, the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 425 km | 432 km |
| Range (GCC) | 366 km | 364 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.46 km/kWh | 4.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) maxes out at 112 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 5.8 |
Performance
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 760 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4425 mm | 4762 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2034 mm | 2096 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1873 mm | 1884 mm |
| Height | 1652 mm | 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2702 mm | 2873 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) 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 XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).
| Property | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2030 kg | 2495 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 410 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1295 l | 1460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 7 |
