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Volvo EX40 Single Motor vs Volvo EC40 Single Motor (India)
Both cars sit in Volvo's premium compact-EV family and share similar single-motor intent, but the EX40 is the more conventional compact SUV shape for everyday practicality, while the EC40 is the more style-led coupe-SUV answer for buyers who want the design to be the point of the purchase.
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Verdict: Choose the EX40 if rear-seat access, cargo practicality, and a more conventional SUV shape matter most. Choose the EC40 if you value the coupe-SUV design brief enough to trade some everyday utility.
| Spec | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price & cost | ||
| Price (ex-showroom, from) | ₹49.00 L | Upper premium crossover |
| Running cost (est.) | ≈ ₹1.1/km | ≈ ₹1.3/km |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 4.9 s | — |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Drive | Single motor RWD | Single motor RWD |
| Range & charging | ||
| Range | 573 km (WLTP) | 483 km (WLTP) |
| Efficiency | 8.2 km/kWh | 6.9 km/kWh |
| Battery | 70 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Fast charge (10–80%) | 28 min at 150 kW DC (0-80%) | — |
| DC charging (peak) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Connector | CCS2 | — |
| Space & practicality | ||
| Boot space | 414 L | — |
| Ground clearance | 175 mm | — |
| Length | 4425 mm | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Body style | Compact SUV | Coupe SUV |
| Safety | ||
| Safety rating | Not rated in India | Not rated in India |
| Airbags | 7 | — |
| Features | ||
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Touchscreen | 9" | — |
| Verdict | ||
| Best for | Premium compact-EV buyersFamilies who want a calmer premium SUVBuyers who value charging confidence over performance theatre | Premium compact-EV buyersBuyers who want the EC40 design briefHouseholds prioritising calmer everyday ownership over maximum power |
| Verdict | Best for buyers who want Volvo's premium compact-SUV ownership feel with a simpler single-motor drivetrain and long-range certification headroom. | Best for buyers who want Volvo's design-led premium EV feel and a credible charging headline, and who would rather trade AWD punch for a calmer, simpler ownership brief. |
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EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
The EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is Volvo's calmer premium-SUV EV brief for buyers who want a family-friendly cabin, credible charging hardware, and a more conservative performance tune than the dual-motor alternatives.
Useful if long-distance confidence matters most.
Charging convenience depends on the network near you.
Premium compact-EV buyersFamilies who want a calmer premium SUVBuyers who value charging confidence over performance theatre
EC40 Single Motor
The EC40 Single Motor is the calmer take on Volvo's coupe-SUV EV brief: similar design and charging hardware intent, but without the dual-motor performance headline of the Twin Motor India trim.
Useful if long-distance confidence matters most.
Charging convenience depends on the network near you.
Premium compact-EV buyersBuyers who want the EC40 design briefHouseholds prioritising calmer everyday ownership over maximum power
What tips the decision
Where one choice becomes easier to justify
- EX40's more upright SUV shape is easier to live with for rear-seat and cargo use.
- EC40 is the clearer pick if design-led coupe-SUV styling is central to your decision.
- Both keep a strong charging headline on paper (200 kW DC, 11 kW AC).
What keeps it honest
Tradeoffs you should not ignore
- EX40 is visually more conservative; buyers chasing coupe-crossover drama may prefer the EC40.
- EC40 gives away some everyday practicality versus the more upright EX40 body shape at similar premium pricing.
Common questions
Frequently asked about this comparison
Which is better, Volvo EX40 or Volvo EC40?
Choose the EX40 if rear-seat access, cargo practicality, and a more conventional SUV shape matter most. Choose the EC40 if you value the coupe-SUV design brief enough to trade some everyday utility.
What tips the decision between the Volvo EX40 and Volvo EC40?
The biggest differences are these: EX40's more upright SUV shape is easier to live with for rear-seat and cargo use; EC40 is the clearer pick if design-led coupe-SUV styling is central to your decision; and Both keep a strong charging headline on paper (200 kW DC, 11 kW AC).
What are the tradeoffs between the Volvo EX40 and Volvo EC40?
The main tradeoffs are these: EX40 is visually more conservative; buyers chasing coupe-crossover drama may prefer the EC40; and EC40 gives away some everyday practicality versus the more upright EX40 body shape at similar premium pricing.
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Reviewed 2026-05-31
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