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Volvo EX40 vs Volvo EX30 Cross Country
The Volvo EX40 and Volvo EX30 Cross Country sit in different size classes within the same brand. The EX40 targets buyers who want a balanced daily EV with more cabin space and comfort. The EX30 Cross Country targets buyers who want a smaller SUV with rugged styling, all-wheel drive, and light off-road use in a city-friendly size.
Range favors the EX40 due to its larger footprint and battery options, typically around 450 to 480 km WLTP. The EX30 Cross Country sits lower at about 420 to 430 km WLTP, with EPA estimates around 227 miles depending on setup. Charging performance is similar in peak terms but differs in scale. The EX30 Cross Country supports up to about 150 to 158 kW DC fast charging with 10 to 80 percent in roughly 25 to 30 minutes. The EX40 also supports fast charging but at slightly lower peak speeds, making long trips slower compared to newer architectures.
Price positioning shows a gap. The EX30 Cross Country sits as the more affordable entry into Volvo’s EV lineup, while the EX40 sits higher due to its larger size and more mature positioning. The EX40 is widely available across global markets. The EX30 Cross Country is newer, with rollout focused on Europe and North America first. This comparison helps you decide between a practical compact SUV and a smaller, more rugged lifestyle EV.
Within Volvo EV lineup, the EX40 sits alongside models like the EX90 as a core product. The EX30 Cross Country expands the lower end of the range, joining the standard EX30 as the smallest EV option, with added off-road styling and AWD focus.
EX40 offers more interior space, better long-distance comfort, and more mature ride quality, while it has an older platform feel and slower charging speeds. EX30 Cross Country offers compact size, strong acceleration with dual motors, and off-road styling with AWD, while it has shorter range and reduced practicality due to smaller size.
Quick verdict; Pick EX40 for space, comfort, and daily usability. Pick EX30 Cross Country for compact size and light off-road focus.
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MODEL
| Models |
Volvo EX40 Single Motor Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance Volvo EX30 Cross Country Twin Motor Performance |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2024, January 2025, February 10 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2024, February Available to order. Released 2025, February |
| Country of origin | Sweden |
| Base Price |
€ 50,000 £ 46,000 - Volvo EX40 Single Motor $ 53,800 € 55,500 £ 48,000 - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range $ 55,500 € 59,600 £ 57,800 - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor € 63,000 - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
RWD 238 hp (175 kW) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor RWD 248 hp (185 kW) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range AWD 402 hp (300 kW) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor AWD 442 hp (325 kW) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance AWD 428 hp (315 kW) |
| Torque |
310 lb-ft (420 Nm) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 400 lb-ft (543 Nm) |
| Acceleration 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. |
7.3 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 6.9 sec 0-60 mph (7.3 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 4.6 sec 0-60 mph (4.8 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 4.6 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 3.7 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
67 kWh usable, 70 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 69 kWh total |
| Tech | Li-Ion NCM (400V type) NMC battery |
| Range |
298 mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 356 mi WLTP (296 mi EPA) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 334 mi WLTP (260 mi EPA) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 333 mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 265 mi WLTP |
| Consumption |
275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 269 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 283 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 283 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 301 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 7 h - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h Type 2 22 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 26 min - Volvo EX40 Single Motor CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 26 min |
BODY
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | CMA SEA |
| Dimensions | 174.8 x 73.7 x 64.8 in (4440 x 1873 x 1647 mm) 166.7 x 72.8 x 61.7 in (4233 x 1850 x 1567 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in (2702 mm) 104.3 in (2650 mm) |
| Clearance | 7.8 in (197 mm) |
| Weight |
EU: 2040 kg unladen, 2470 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Single Motor EU: 2075 kg unladen, 2520 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 2170 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor EU: 2170 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance EU: 4156 lb unladen, 5148 lb gross |
| Wheels | R19, R20 R18, R19 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 410 l, 1295 l max EU: 11.2 ft³ |
| Frunk/Bonnet | 31 l Yes |
| Towing |
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Single Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1800 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1800 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 9" touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 12.3" No |
| Head-Up | No No |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats Heated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Pilot |
| Connectivity | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | 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 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 |
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