| Specification | Single Motor | Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Compact electric SUV | |
| Electric motor configuration | Single electric motor | Dual electric motors |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Maximum power | Approximately 248–252 hp | 408 hp; up to 442 hp with Performance Pack |
| Battery chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery capacity | Approximately 69–82 kWh | Approximately 82 kWh |
| Maximum DC charging power | 150–200 kW | 200 kW |
| DC fast-charging time | — | 10% to 80% in approximately 28 minutes |
| Acceleration | 0–60 mph in approximately 6.9 seconds | 0–60 mph in approximately 4.6 seconds |
| Front lighting | Segmented LED headlights with Thor’s Hammer light signature | |
| Rear lighting | Vertically stacked pixel LED taillights integrated into the D-pillars | |
| Front fascia | Body-colored enclosed shield grille | |
| Charging-port illumination | Illuminated rear charging port | |
| Interior trim materials | Leather-free tailored wool blends and recycled microtech textiles | |
| Infotainment operating system | Google Automotive OS | |
| Integrated Google services | Google Assistant, Google Maps EV routing, and Google Play Store | |
| Software updates | Over-the-air updates | |
| Driver-assistance systems | Pilot Assist, lane centering, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring with steer assist | |
| Collision mitigation detection | Pedestrians, cyclists, and large animals | |
| Battery protection structure | Extruded aluminum battery safety cage | |
Powertrain Analysis
The rear-wheel-drive Volvo EX40 uses one electric motor with approximately 248–252 hp. Its lithium-ion battery capacity spans approximately 69 kWh to 82 kWh, depending on configuration. DC fast-charging capability ranges from 150 kW to 200 kW, and the RWD configuration reaches 60 mph in approximately 6.9 seconds.
The all-wheel-drive EX40 uses two electric motors and produces 408 hp. Performance Pack output increases to as much as 442 hp. The AWD configuration uses an approximately 82-kWh lithium-ion battery, supports up to 200 kW of DC charging, and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 4.6 seconds. A 10% to 80% DC charge requires approximately 28 minutes.
Chassis, Body, and Safety Systems
The EX40 uses an electric vehicle architecture with an integrated battery structure protected by an extruded aluminum safety cage. The protective structure is engineered for side and front impacts involving the battery pack. Lower-body protective cladding covers the exterior body sides and lower sections.
The front bodywork uses a body-colored enclosed shield grille. The lighting system combines segmented LED headlights with Volvo’s Thor’s Hammer daytime-running-light signature. Rear lighting uses vertically stacked pixel LED taillights extending along the D-pillars. The rear charging port includes illumination, while aerodynamic alloy wheels are fitted to reduce airflow disturbance around the wheel areas.
Digital Systems and Interior Materials
The infotainment system runs Google Automotive OS with native Google Assistant, Google Maps, EV route planning, and Google Play Store integration. Google Maps EV routing is integrated into the vehicle display and calculates routes using electric-vehicle charging requirements. Over-the-air updates support changes to battery-management, efficiency, and multimedia software.
The cabin uses leather-free materials including tailored wool blends and recycled microtech textiles. Driver-assistance equipment includes Pilot Assist with lane-centering functionality, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring with steering assistance. Radar, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors support automatic emergency braking for pedestrians, cyclists, and large animals.