Volvo XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 vs Lexus ES EV

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thumb image Volvo XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 US$ 59,000
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thumb image Lexus ES EV US$ 55,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volvo Lexus
Model XC40 Recharge Ultimate 2025 ES EV (expected ES 350e / ES 500e)
Vehicle Type Electric Luxury Electric Sedan
Trims Core, Plus and Ultimate Base, Luxury, F Sport (expected)
Release Date September, 2025 2026 (expected)
Status Coming Soon Upcoming / Not Yet Released
Made In Belgium (Ghent Plant) Japan
Body Type SUV Sedan
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 mi basic 4 Years / 50,000 miles (Basic) – 8 Years / 100,000 miles (Battery, expected)
Colors Glacier Silver, Onyx Black, Fjord Blue, Crystal White, Sage Green | Ultra White, Caviar Black, Sonic Iridium, Eminent White Pearl, Matador Red, Nightfall Mica

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent Magnet Motor Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous (expected
Horsepower 402 hp 300 – 400 hp (estimated)
Torque 486 lb-ft 300 – 400 lb-ft (estimated)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds 5.5 – 6.0 sec (0–60 mph, expected)
Top Speed 112 mph 130 mph (expected)
Range 270-300 miles 350 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled)
Battery Capacity 82 kWh 90–100 kWh (expected
Power Consumption 35 kWh/100 miles 3.5 mi/kWh (estimated)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 Years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 7-8 hours (0-100%) 11 kW AC (Level 2)
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 28-30 mins 150–200 kW DC Fast Charging (expected)
DC Fast Charging Speed 200 kW 10–80% in ~30 min (expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25-30 miles/hour 30 miles (Level 2) / ~200 miles (DC fast charge)
Charging Time (DC 10-80%): Roughly 30-40 minutes 10–12 hrs (AC 240V) / ~30 min (fast charge
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo (North America) / Type 2 (Europe) CCS (expected, may transition to NACS in US)
Home Charging Options 11 kW Level 2 (240V, 48A) - Included: 120V Level 1 cable - Optional: Volvo-branded wall charger Wallbox / Mobile Connector (7–11 kW)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW AC 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 174.8 inches (4,440 mm) 196 in (4,980 mm)
Width 79.1 inches (2,010 mm) 73 in (1,860 mm)
Height 65.0 inches (1,651 mm) 57 in (1,450 mm)
Wheelbase 106.4 inches (2,702 mm) 113 in (2,870 mm)
Ground Clearance 6.9 inches (175 mm) 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Space 14.8 cu ft 16 cu.ft (expected, with frunk option)
Curb Weight 4,800 lbs (2,175 kg) 4,500–4,800 lbs
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy (multi-spoke)
Wheel Size 20-inch 18" / 19" / 20" (F Sport)
Front Tire 245/45 R20 235/45 R18 (expected)
Rear Tire 245/45 R20 235/45 R18 (expected)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-Speed Automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 18.7 feet (5.7 meters) 18 ft
Gear Box Direct Drive Direct Drive (EV)
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link Independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Pilot Assist (L2 semi-autonomous: adaptive cruise + lane centering) No (Lexus Teammate Advanced Driver Assist instead)
Navigation System Yes Standard with Lexus Interface
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Standard
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone / Tri-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes (Push-button + Digital Key expected)
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 12.3 inches 14-inch Lexus Interface display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (integrated media)
No. Of Speakers 14 Speakers 10 (standard) / 17 (Mark Levinson Premium Audio)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Brake Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brake Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes
Power Door Lock Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 (expected)
Rear Seat Belt Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes
Crash Sensor Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes (360° view monitor)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes
Stability Control Yes (VSC + Traction Control)
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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