Volvo XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 vs Kia EV9 Light 2025

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thumb image Volvo XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 US$ 59,000
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thumb image Kia EV9 Light 2025 US$ 54,900

BASIC INFO

Brand Volvo Kia
Model XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 EV9 Light 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims Core, Plus and Ultimate Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line
Release Date September, 2025 April 2025
Status Coming Soon Available
Made In Belgium (Ghent Plant) South Korea
Body Type SUV SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 mi basic 5 years/60,000 miles
Colors Glacier Silver, Onyx Black, Fjord Blue, Crystal White, Sage Green Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent Magnet Motor Single Electric Motor
Horsepower 402 hp 215 hp
Torque 486 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds 0-60 mph in 8.8 seconds
Top Speed 112 mph 115 mph
Range 270-300 miles 230 mi (Light) / 304 mi (Wind RWD)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (NCM)
Battery Capacity 82 kWh 76.1 kWh
Power Consumption 35 kWh/100 miles 3.0 mi/kWh (~33 kWh/100 mi)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention)
Home Charging Speed 7-8 hours (0-100%) 0→100% in 7 hrs
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 28-30 mins 10 to 80% in 24 mins
DC Fast Charging Speed 200 kW 235 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25-30 miles/hour 25–30 miles/hour
Charging Time (DC 10-80%): Roughly 30-40 minutes (DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo (North America) / Type 2 (Europe) CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options 11 kW Level 2 (240V, 48A) - Included: 120V Level 1 cable - Optional: Volvo-branded wall charger Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): Included (portable cable). Level 2 (240V, 11.5 kW): Requires separate hardwired or NEMA 14-50 wall charger (e.g., Kia’s recommended 48A charger).
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW AC 10.9 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 174.8 inches (4,440 mm) 197.2 in (5,010 mm)
Width 79.1 inches (2,010 mm) 77.9 in (1,980 mm)
Height 65.0 inches (1,651 mm) 68.9 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 106.4 inches (2,702 mm) 122.0 in (3,100 mm)
Ground Clearance 6.9 inches (175 mm) 7.5 in (191 mm)
Cargo Space 14.8 cu ft 81.9 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,800 lbs (2,175 kg) 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate)
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 20-inch 19-inch
Front Tire 245/45 R20 255/60 R19
Rear Tire 245/45 R20 255/60 R19

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 18.7 feet (5.7 meters) 39.4 ft (12.0 m)
Gear Box Direct Drive Direct-drive
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Pilot Assist (L2 semi-autonomous: adaptive cruise + lane centering) Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes 4x USB-C, 12V
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes No
Panoramic Sunroof Yes No
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 12.3 inches 12.3" touchscreen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes 5.0, multi-device
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 14 Speakers 6-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Brake Ventilated discs Brake
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brake Solid Disc Brake
Brake Assist Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes
Power Door Lock Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts for all seats
Auto Parking sensors Yes
Crash Sensor Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No
Stability Control Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes
Power Mirrors Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes

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