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2026 Volvo EX40
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2026 Volvo EX40

Competing in the entry-level luxury SUV class, the EX40, the renamed XC40 Recharge, has an EPA-estimated driving range between 260 and 296 miles and can be had in single-motor rear-wheel-drive or twin-motor all-wheel-drive configurations. The twin-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain we tested in the C40 is exceptionally smooth and quick. Handling is mundane but secure, while the ride is stiff. The cabin is nicely furnished, and the front seats are very comfortable, but the controls, such as the electronic gear selector and infotainment system, are unintuitive and frustrating to operate. Volvo's active driving assistance system combines adaptive cruise control and lane centering assistance.

Market value
$49,375
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Electric
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Direct, 1-speed
Category
Electric luxury SUVs
Generation began
2025

Pricing

Current retail median
$49,375
Retail value range
$42,925 - $54,000
Original MSRP range
$55,150 - $60,850
Trade-in range
$40,495 - $51,020

Road tests

Test status
Not Tested

Dimensions

Length
175 in
Width
75 in
Height
65 in
Wheelbase
106 in
Weight
4,610 lb
Maximum load
960 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
6.5 in
Front leg room
43 in
Rear head room
2.5 in
Rear leg room
29 in
Cargo volume
25.5 cu ft

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
10/10
Greenhouse gas score
10/10
SmartWay
Elite

Brand context

About Volvo

Other brands have caught up, but Volvo maintains its deserved reputation for safety innovation and quality fit and finish. Volvos also stand out for its attractive exterior styling and for having some of the nicest interiors in the industry, with especially comfortable seats. The brand’s XC line of SUVs range from compact and two-row to midsized and three-row. Volvo also sells sedans and station wagons, along with several EVs, ranging from small to large. Most of Volvo’s new cars scored average or below-average in our reliability rankings, and the infotainment systems on many models are less intuitive than what you’ll find in competitors’ cars. Our testers have also found that Volvos aren’t great at absorbing bumps, and have average fuel economy. Among used Volvos, some models have proven to be reliable enough to earn our recommendation.

Vehicle ID: 38746 Updated: December 4, 2025

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