Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1

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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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) begins at €3990.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is a SUV, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is a Hatchback.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Years of Production 2022-2022 2010-2021
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Belgium Japan
Body Style SUV Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) €30890 €3990
GCC Score 6.1 4.2

Range and Efficiency

While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021).

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 95 km
Range (WLTP) 425 km - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 366 km 105 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 69 kWh 16 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 67 kWh 14.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 18.3 kWh/100 km 13.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 5.46 km/kWh 7.24 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.3 5.7

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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) maxes out at 50 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is limited to 3.7 kW.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 3.7 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 150 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 6.2 3

Performance

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Drive Type FWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 170 kW 49 kW
Motor Power (hp) 228 hp 66 hp
Motor Torque 330 Nm 196 Nm
0-100 km/h 7.4 s 15.9 s
Top Speed 160 km/h 130 km/h
Performance Score 3.6 1.4

Dimensions

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is longer, wider, and taller.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Length 4425 mm 3475 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2034 mm 1792 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1873 mm 1475 mm
Height 1652 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase 2702 mm 2550 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.

Property Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 4
Curb Weight 2030 kg 1085 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 410 l 235 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1295 l 860 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 31 l - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 1500 kg - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.7 4.2
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