Volvo C40 Recharge Plus 2025 vs Lexus ES EV

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thumb image Volvo C40 Recharge Plus 2025 US$ 57,000
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thumb image Lexus ES EV US$ 55,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volvo Lexus
Model C40 Recharge Plus 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 December 2024 2026 (expected)
Status Available Upcoming / Not Yet Released
Made In Ghent, Belgium Japan
Body Type Compact SUV / Crossover Sedan
Vehicle Warranty 4 yr/50,000 miles 4 Years / 50,000 miles (Basic) – 8 Years / 100,000 miles (Battery, expected)
Colors Fjord Blue, Onyx Black, Sage Green | Ultra White, Caviar Black, Sonic Iridium, Eminent White Pearl, Matador Red, Nightfall Mica

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors 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 4.5 seconds 5.5 – 6.0 sec (0–60 mph, expected)
Top Speed 112 mph 130 mph (expected)
Range 270-290 miles 350 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled)
Battery Capacity 82 kWh (gross), 78 kWh usable 90–100 kWh (expected
Power Consumption 38-40 kWh/100 miles 3.5 mi/kWh (estimated)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 Years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8 hrs 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 Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3-4 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 48A): 25-30 miles/hour 30 miles (Level 2) / ~200 miles (DC fast charge)
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 10–12 hrs (AC 240V) / ~30 min (fast charge
Charging Connector Type AC (Home/Public): J1772 - DC Fast Charging: CCS1 (Combined Charging System) CCS (expected, may transition to NACS in US)
Home Charging Options Included: Level 1 (120V) cable - Recommended: Level 2 (240V, 48A) wall charger (sold separately) Wallbox / Mobile Connector (7–11 kW)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW (48A AC) 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 174.8 inches (4,440 mm) 196 in (4,980 mm)
Width 73.7 inches (1,872 mm) 73 in (1,860 mm)
Height 62.8 inches (1,595 mm) 57 in (1,450 mm)
Wheelbase 106.4 inches (2,703 mm) 113 in (2,870 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.9 inches (150 mm) 5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Space 20.7 cu ft 16 cu.ft (expected, with frunk option)
Curb Weight 4,500–4,600 lbs 4,500–4,800 lbs
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 (2 front, 3 rear) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy (multi-spoke)
Wheel Size 19-inch 18" / 19" / 20" (F Sport)
Front Tire 235/50 R19 235/45 R18 (expected)
Rear Tire 235/50 R19 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 37.4 feet (11.4 meters) 18 ft
Gear Box Direct-drive Direct Drive (EV)
Front Suspension MacPherson struts MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-Link Independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Pilot Assist (semi-autonomous highway driving with lane centering & adaptive cruise) 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 No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 9 inches 14-inch Lexus Interface display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (integrated media)
No. Of Speakers 13 Speakers 10 (standard) / 17 (Mark Levinson Premium Audio)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid discs Ventilated Disc
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) 10 (expected)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts for all 3 passengers (with pretensioners) Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 12+ sensors (for parking/collision avoidance) Yes
Multiple Cameras Adds blind-spot camera (on turn signal) Yes (360° view monitor)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes (VSC + Traction Control)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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