- The EC40 hatchback skips 2025 model year
- The XC40 Recharge small electric crossover returns as the EX40
- Prices and specs mostly remain the same, with dual-motor versions costing only $1,750 more on the EX40
The renamed 2025 Volvo EX40 electric crossover is set to arrive at U.S. dealerships soon, but its coupe-like sibling skips this model year.
In a press release announcing its full-line 2025 model year pricing, Volvo confirmed that the EC40 would return to the U.S. as a 2026 model, leaving only the EX40 and its more conventional styling for now. The EC40 is distinguished from the EX40 by a lower roof and fastback-like rear end styling.
The EX40 and EC40 were previously the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge, respectively, but were renamed under a new scheme being applied across the lineup. Volvo is retiring the Recharge badge altogether, from both EVs and plug-in hybrids and giving EVs callout letters. EX denotes SUVs like the EX40, EC is used for electric coupes like the EC40 and the EM designation is for electric minivans—of which the Chinese-market EM90 is the only one so far.
2025 Volvo EX40 (Europe spec)
These two compact models share the CMA architecture with the Polestar 2 and gasoline Volvo XC40, which continues for the 2025 model year with a standard mild-hybrid powertrain. Single-motor versions of the electric CMA models switched from front-wheel drive to rear-wheel drive for the 2024 model year (with dual-motor all-wheel drive remaining available throughout) and that continues for 2025.
As before, single-motor EX40 (nee XC40 Recharge) models produce 248 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque and have an 82-kwh battery pack. Dual-motor models up output to 402 hp and 494 lb-ft, but mandate a 78-kwh pack. Single-motor models return 296 miles of EPA range; dual-motor models are rated at 260 miles.
The only mechanical change to the EX40 for 2025 is an increase in DC fast-charging power from 200 kw to 205 kw. Volvo didn’t confirm whether the EX40 would be built with a NACS port as a 2025 model, but that is the plan for future Volvo EVs. Tesla Supercharger access for existing CCS-equipped cars, achieved via adapters, rolled out late last year.
2025 Volvo EX40 (Europe spec)
EX40 pricing essentially holds steady at $53,795 for the base single-motor Core grade (all prices include a $1,295 destination charge). Plus and Ultra grades are available as well, costing $56,595 and $60,295, respectively. All-wheel drive is a $1,750 option on all three grades.
In the Volvo lineup, the EX40 is flanked by two new electric crossovers for 2025. The three-row EX90 is the brand’s new EV flagship while, following tariff-induced delays, the EX30 takes its place as the entry-level model. It slots below the EX40 with a $46,195 base price for the initial dual-motor configuration; a cheaper single-motor will arrive later in the calendar year.
