Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 7.1 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Range winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 620 km Runner-up: 476 km
Power winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 272 hp Runner-up: 252 hp
Cargo winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 526 L Runner-up: 452 L
Price winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range $49,900 Runner-up: $56,300

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 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

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.1 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed output at 272 hp; 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is rated at 252 hp, a difference of 20 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range at 420 Nm and 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor at 343 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

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 620 km, against 476 km for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded consumption at 14.5 kWh/100km; 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 16.1 kWh/100km. Both list the same maximum DC charging power of 200 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

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 526 litres versus 452 litres, a difference of 74 litres. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is 399 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 $56,300 for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 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 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor2026 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.1 s7.3 s
Top Speed200 km/h180 km/h
Power272 hp252 hp
Torque343 Nm420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range620 km476 km
Battery100 kWh69 kWh
Efficiency16.1 kWh/100km14.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging200 kW200 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,839 mm4,440 mm
Ground Clearance158 mm176 mm
Cargo526 L452 L
Curb Weight2,190 kg2,000 kg
Towing2,200 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle12.1 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$56,300$49,900

Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.1 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has more power at 272 hp, a 20 hp advantage over 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has more range, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the longer listed range at 620 km (385 miles), versus 476 km (296 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the larger listed battery at 100.0 kWh, compared with 69.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has more listed cargo space at 526 litres (18.6 cu ft), versus 452 litres (16.0 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is heavier at 2,190 kg (4,828 lb), while 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 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 $56,300 USD for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 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.