What are the running costs?

The base-spec single-motor EX40 has a charge economy rating of 3.6 miles per kWh, which is at the top end of a basic BMW iX1’s economy of 3.4 to 3.6. Sizing up to the bigger battery in the Volvo improves on the single-motor’s consumption efficiency further, with 3.7mi/kWh. However, as expected, the twin motor variant can’t match either with an official charge efficiency of 3.5mi/kWh. All figures are produced by WLTP and quoted by Volvo. 

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Given its smaller 70kWh battery, the regular single-motor EX40 takes the shortest amount to charge up: 26 minutes from 10-80% with 175kW DC fast charging, and 10 hours from 0-100% when plugged in at home. The 82kWh cars take 28 minutes and 13 hours to reach the same charge percentage.  

As it’s electric, the EX40 produces zero grams of CO2 in any spec. 

Servicing and warranty 

Volvo offers a three year or 60,000-mile – whichever comes first – warranty on all new cars after the date of registration. As part of the package Volvo says it will repair any component failure attributable to faulty materials or workmanship during manufacture. 

For 12 years from the date of delivery to the first owner, however, Volvo says it will also rust perforation attributed to faulty manufacturing. Multiple extended warranty options are available, including for up to four years and 60,000 miles or four years and 80,000 miles.

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Service plans are accessible for sign up via the Volvo Cars app, and can include up to three services depending on your car. According to Volvo, Service Plan Plus includes maintenance on a pre-determined schedule for brake pads, wiper blades and more. 

Reliability 

Volvo has a great track record for reliability, a virtue which has endeared the brand to many customers looking for a rugged and dependable family car. The latest generation of Volvo EX40 has never been recalled, but should one arise, we’ll report back on the details here.