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Volvo EX40
The rebadged XC40 Recharge — Volvo dropped the petrol versions for this generation and reframed the EV as the EX40. RWD single-motor for the long-range variant; AWD twin-motor for performance.
2 variants available — see the comparison table below.
- From
- $75,375 – $80,525
- Range up to
- 520 km
- Battery up to
- 82 kWh
- 0–100
- 7.3 s
- Power
- 175 kW
- DC charge
- 205 kW
- ANCAP
- 5★
Variants and pricing
All variants of the Volvo EX40 on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( Single Motor Extended Range ).
| Variant | From | Battery | Range | Power | 0–100 | DC peak | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Single Motor Extended Range | $75,375 | 82 kWh | 520 km | 210 kW | — | 200 kW | RWD |
| Ultra Twin Motor Performance | $80,525 | 82 kWh | 520 km | 300 kW | 4.8 s | 200 kW | AWD |
Verdict
The rebadged XC40 Recharge — Volvo dropped the petrol versions for this generation and reframed the EV as the EX40. RWD single-motor for the long-range variant; AWD twin-motor for performance.
Pros and cons
What we like
- ✓ 532 km WLTP range in single-motor RWD form
- ✓ Premium Volvo cabin and safety reputation
- ✓ Fast 205 kW DC charging peak
What we don't
- ✕ Three-year vehicle warranty is short for the price
- ✕ Battery warranty distance only 100,000 km
- ✕ Cabin styling unchanged from earlier XC40 Recharge
Best for
- Premium-brand buyers
- Singles and couples
- Highway drivers
Compare the Volvo EX40
Side-by-side spec comparisons against the rivals Australian buyers cross-shop most often.
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- RWD
- Motor power
- 175 kW
- Motor torque
- 420 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.3 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 82 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 532 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 11 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 205 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 28 min
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,440 mm
- Width
- 1,863 mm
- Height
- 1,647 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,702 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 452 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 5 stars (tested —)
- Vehicle warranty
- 3 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years / 100,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $69,990
- Built in
- Belgium
- Sale status
- on sale
Helpful guides
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