Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD 6.4 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Range winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD 602 km Runner-up: 476 km
Power winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD 286 hp Runner-up: 252 hp
Cargo winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 452 L Runner-up: 450 L
Price winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range $49,900 Runner-up: $49,995

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD against the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.4 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the higher listed output at 286 hp; 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is rated at 252 hp, a difference of 34 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD at 545 Nm and 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range at 420 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD carries the longer listed range at 602 km, against 476 km for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the lower recorded consumption at 13.6 kWh/100km; 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 14.5 kWh/100km. 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 200 kW, compared with 185 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 452 litres versus 450 litres, a difference of 2 litres. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is 28 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $49,900, compared with $49,995 for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.4 s7.3 s
Top Speed180 km/h180 km/h
Power286 hp252 hp
Torque545 Nm420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range602 km476 km
Battery82 kWh69 kWh
Efficiency13.6 kWh/100km14.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging185 kW200 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,468 mm4,440 mm
Ground Clearance164 mm176 mm
Cargo450 L452 L
Curb Weight2,037 kg2,000 kg
Towing1,000 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle10.7 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$49,995$49,900

Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.4 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 180 km/h, approximately 112 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has more power at 286 hp, a 34 hp advantage over 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has more range, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the longer listed range at 602 km (374 miles), versus 476 km (296 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 69.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has more listed cargo space at 452 litres (16.0 cu ft), versus 450 litres (15.9 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is heavier at 2,037 kg (4,491 lb), while 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $49,900 USD, compared with $49,995 USD for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.