Volvo C40 Recharge Core 2025 vs Audi A4 e-tron Premium 2025

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thumb image Volvo C40 Recharge Core 2025 US$ 53,400
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thumb image Audi A4 e-tron Premium 2025 US$ 50,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volvo Audi
Model C40 Recharge Core 2025 A4 e-tron Premium 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims Core, Plus and Ultimate Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, S-Line, RS e-tron
Release Date December 2, 2024 October 2025
Status Available Coming Soon
Made In China Germany
Body Type Compact SUV / Crossover Sedan
Vehicle Warranty 4 yr/50,000 miles 4 years/50,000 miles
Colors Fjord Blue, Onyx Black, Sage Green Glacier White, Mythos Black, Navarra Blue, Turbo Green, Quantum Gray, Florett Silver, Tango Red (metallic/flat options).

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors Single Electric Motor
Horsepower 402 hp 282 hp
Torque 486 lb-ft 310 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds
Top Speed 112 mph 130 mph
Range 270-290 miles 270 miles
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Rear & All Wheel Drive

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion (NMC)
Battery Capacity 82 kWh (gross), 78 kWh usable 82 kWh
Power Consumption 38-40 kWh/100 miles 3.2 mi/kWh
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8 hrs 0-100% in 8.5 hrs
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 28-30 mins 170 kW peak
DC Fast Charging Speed 200 kW (10-80%) in 25 mins
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3-4 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 48A): 25-30 miles/hour 34-38 mi/hr
Charging Time Level 1 (120V): 0-100% in 72+ hours - Level 2 (11 kW): 0-100% in 8 hours - DC Fast (200 kW): 10-80% in 28-30 mins 8.5 hrs
Charging Connector Type AC (Home/Public): J1772 - DC Fast Charging: CCS1 (Combined Charging System) CCS1 (NA) / CCS2 (EU)
Home Charging Options Included: Level 1 (120V) cable - Recommended: Level 2 (240V, 48A) wall charger (sold separately) 11 kW L2 Audi Wallbox - NEMA 14-50 (9.6 kW) - 120V (1.4 kW, slow)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW (48A AC) 11 kW AC

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 174.8 inches (4,440 mm) 187.5" / 4,762 mm
Width 73.7 inches (1,872 mm) 72.9" / 1,852 mm
Height 62.8 inches (1,595 mm) 56.3" / 1,430 mm
Wheelbase 106.4 inches (2,703 mm) 112.8" / 2,865 mm
Ground Clearance 5.9 inches (150 mm) 5.5" / 140 mm
Cargo Space 20.7 cu ft 12.6 ft³ / 357 L (trunk)
Curb Weight 4,500–4,600 lbs 4,355 lbs / 1,975 kg
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4 Doors
Seating Capacity 5 (2 front, 3 rear) 5 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels 5-Spoke Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 19-inch 19-inches
Front Tire 235/50 R19 245/45 R19
Rear Tire 235/50 R19 245/45 R19

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) Electromechanical steering system
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed reduction gear
Turning Radius 37.4 feet (11.4 meters) 38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Gear Box Direct-drive Direct-drive (no gears)
Front Suspension MacPherson struts Multi-link
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Pilot Assist (semi-autonomous highway driving with lane centering & adaptive cruise) Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel No Optional
Panoramic Sunroof No Optional
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto No Yes
Touchscreen 9 inches 10.1" MMI Touch
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Optional
Bluetooth Yes 5.2 (Dual-Device)
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 8 Speakers 10 Speakers

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Electromechanical Braking System
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Solid discs Solid Discs
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 7 airbags: Driver + front passenger, side-impact (front/rear), curtain, knee (driver) 8 Airbags (Dual Front, Side, Curtain, Knee)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts for all 3 passengers (with pretensioners) 3-Point x3 (ALR/ELR)
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 12+ sensors (for parking/collision avoidance) Yes
Multiple Cameras Rearview camera Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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