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Volvo EX30 vs Volvo C40 Recharge
The Volvo EX30 and Volvo C40 Recharge are both fully electric SUVs from Volvo, aimed at different segments. The EX30 is a subcompact SUV built for urban drivers who want a smaller footprint and lower cost. The C40 Recharge sits in the compact premium segment with a coupe-style design, targeting buyers who value styling, higher performance, and more cabin refinement.
Range and charging show clear differences. The EX30 delivers up to about 407–480 km depending on version, while the C40 Recharge reaches around 487–584 km in newer single-motor variants. The EX30 supports DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in about 26 minutes, while the C40 Recharge also charges to 80 percent in roughly 25–30 minutes depending on battery size and charger output.
Price positioning places the EX30 as the entry point into Volvo’s EV lineup, while the C40 Recharge sits higher with a more premium setup. The EX30 is widely positioned for global expansion across Europe and Asia, while the C40 Recharge has broader presence across Europe and North America. This comparison helps you decide between a smaller, lower-cost EV and a more premium coupe SUV with longer range and stronger output.
Within the brand, the EX30 aligns with models like the Volvo EX40 and future compact EVs, while the C40 Recharge sits closer to the Volvo XC40 Recharge and larger models like the Volvo EX90. Rivals for the EX30 include the Smart #1 and MG4 EV, while the C40 Recharge competes with the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback.
The Volvo EX30 offers strong efficiency, compact size for city use, and lower entry cost as key strengths, but it has limited rear space and less premium interior materials. The Volvo C40 Recharge provides longer range, stronger performance in dual-motor form, and a more refined interior, though it comes at a higher price and reduced rear headroom due to the coupe roofline.
Quick verdict; Choose the EX30 for urban use and lower cost. Choose the C40 Recharge for longer trips, higher performance, and a more premium setup.
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| Price | $35,000.00 $45,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Volvo Volvo |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Volvo EX30 Single Motor Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | 2023, June 07 2023, January 16 |
| Availability Status | Available to order. Released 2023, June Available to order. Released 2023, January 16 |
| Country of origin | Sweden Sweden |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 36,800 £ 34,000 - Volvo EX30 Single Motor $ 35,000 € 42,000 £ 38,550 - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range $ 46,200 € 45,300 £ 41,000 - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance € 45,400 £ 48,360 - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor $ 53,600 € 52,560 - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range $ 55,350 € 59,500 £ 59,800 - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity |
51 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 69 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 69 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 67 kWh usable, 69 kWh total - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor 82 kWh total - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 82 kWh total - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Battery Chemistry |
Li-ion LFP battery - Volvo EX30 Single Motor NMC battery - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range NMC battery - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V-type) |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
214 mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 298 mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 286 mi WLTP (275 mi EPA) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 299 mi WLTP - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor 329 mi WLTP (297 mi EPA) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 315 mi WLTP (257 mi EPA) - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Energy Consumption |
269 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 253 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 262 Wh/mi WLTP (265 Wh/mi EPA) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 262 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor 270 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 285 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 134 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Single CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7 hours - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Additional Notes |
V2L (vehicle to load) charging
CCS 130 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor CCS 200 kW max, 10-80% in 27 min - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range CCS 150 kW max, 10-80% in 27 min - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
RWD 272 hp (200 kW) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor RWD 272 hp (200 kW) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range AWD 428 hp (315 kW) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance RWD 238 hp (175 kW) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor RWD 252 hp (185 kW) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range AWD 408 hp (300 kW) - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Torque (Nm) |
253 lb-ft (343 Nm) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 253 lb-ft (343 Nm) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 543 Nm (400 lb-ft) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
5.7 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 5.3 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 3.4 sec 0-60 mph (3.6 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 7.4 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor 6.9 sec 0-60 mph (7.4 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 4.5 sec 0-60 mph (4.7 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | 112 mph (180 km/h) 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed Single-speed |
BODY
| Body Style | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform / Architecture | SEA CMA |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 166.7 x 72.3 x 61.0 in (4233 x 1836 x 1549 mm) 174.4 x 73.7 x 62.8 in (4431 x 1873 x 1596 mm) |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | 0.329 Cd |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 104.3 in (2650 mm) 106.4 in (2702 mm) |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 6.7 in (171 mm) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 1833 kg unladen, 2216 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Single Motor EU: 1830 kg unladen, 2235 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 1943 kg unladen, 2338 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance EU: 2065 kg unladen, 2460 kg gross - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor EU: 2095 kg unladen, 2500 kg gross - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range EU: 2185 kg unladen, 2620 kg gross - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R18, R19, R20 R19, R20 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 11.2 ft³ EU: 413 l, 1205 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) |
Yes
Yes - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Yes - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range 31 l - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
| Towing Capacity (kg) |
Yes
EU: 1500 kg braked - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor EU: 1500 kg braked - Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1800 kg braked - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Run off road mitigation, Front cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Accident avoidance and collision mitigation, Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear collisions, Lane Departure Warning, Rear cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Mitigating collisions with oncoming traffic by braking, Steering intervention to protect pedestrians and cyclists 1 front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 1 front camera, 1 rear camera. Lane Keeping Aid, Road Sign Information, Rear Collision Warning, Driver Alert, Rear Auto Brake, Cross Traffic Alert with cyclists and pedestrians detection, High Beam Assist, Assistance at risk of collision |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | Heated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof Type | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed Panoramic glass roof |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Pilot Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 12.3" touchscreen 9.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | No 12" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No No |
LIGHTING
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
TECHNOLOGY
OWNERSHIP
Note
| Additional Notes | Also known as Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, Volvo C40 Recharge P8 |
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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