Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Long Range RWD vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) has a starting price of €49990, compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…), which starts at €49990.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Years of Production 2024-… 2022-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture South Korea, USA Belgium
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price Europe (New) €49990 €49990
Price Europe (Used) - Price Europe (Used) €34900
GCC Score 7.1 6.5

Range and Efficiency

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…).

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Range (EPA) 513 km - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 582 km 479 km
Range (GCC) 495 km 399 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 84 kWh 70 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 80 kWh 67 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 16.2 kWh/100 km 16.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.19 km/kWh 5.96 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.5 7.1

Charging

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 240 kW, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) maxes out at 175 kW.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.5 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 240 kW 175 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 7.8 6.3

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 168 kW 175 kW
Motor Power (hp) 225 hp 235 hp
Motor Torque 350 Nm 420 Nm
0-100 km/h 7.7 s 7.3 s
Top Speed 185 km/h 180 km/h
Performance Score 4 4.2

Dimensions

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Length 4695 mm 4425 mm
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 2034 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1880 mm 1873 mm
Height 1550 mm 1652 mm
Wheelbase 2900 mm 2702 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

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

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…).

Property Kia EV6 Long Range RWD Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 2050 kg 2040 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 490 l 410 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1290 l 1295 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 52 l 31 l
Towing Capacity 1800 kg 1500 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 6.5 6.7