Global EV Comparison: Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance vs XC40 (EX40) Twin Pure Electric

The Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €51690. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €33000 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) has a larger battery, the Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…) maxes out at 175 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.

The Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (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 Pure Electric (2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance (2023-…).