Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric 2021

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Ownership insights

Commute: 342 km real-world range | typical overnight home charging

Road-trip (10-80%): 30 min | +118 km in 10 min | peak 149 kW

Home charging (AC): 11 kW | 0-100% 7 h 45 min

Seats & cargo: 5 seats | 419 L | max 1205 L

Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km

Overview

Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric 2021 overview

Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric 2021 is an electric SUV with AWD and a 5-seat cabin. Energy use is 21.1 kWh/100 km, much higher than the class median of 17.9 kWh/100 km.

Battery capacity: 75 kWh usable (78 kWh nominal). It is based on a 400 V electrical system.

Charging: AC up to 11 kW (Type 2); DC up to 149 kW (CCS Combo 2). For DC fast charging, it adds ~118 km in 10 min; Performance highlights include 180 km/h top speed.

Class comparison

Among 503 SUVs, Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric 2021 leans toward quicker launches and higher energy use. 0–100 km/h is quicker than the class median; 4.7 s vs 6.6 s; 1.9 s quicker, -29%. Official energy use is higher than the class median; 21.1 kWh/100 km vs 17.9 kWh/100 km; 3.2 kWh/100 km higher, +18%. Range added in 10 min is lower than the class median; 118 km vs 141 km; 23 km lower, -16%. Best suited for drivers who prioritize quicker acceleration and can accept higher energy use.

City - Mild Weather487 km
City - Cold Weather329 km
Highway - Mild Weather312 km
Highway - Cold Weather240 km

Real range estimates The values shown here are estimates calculated by BEV-Database using WLTP data and the usable battery capacity of the car. Mild weather represents driving in roughly +20 +25 C without heavy use of climate control, while Cold weather reflects winter conditions with cabin heating. Highway assumes steady cruising at about 110 km/h. These figures are not official test results. Real-world range will vary depending on speed, temperature, traffic, road profile, payload, tyres and driving style.

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Nominal Capacity78 kWh
Usable Capacity75 kWh
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Architecture400 V
Warranty Period8 years
Warranty Mileage160000 km
Cathode MaterialNCM

Source: Manufacturer

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Home / Destination

Charging TypeType 2Type 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power11 kW
Charge Time AC (0-100%)7 h 45 min
Charge Speed (mild)50 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)40 km/h

Fast Charging

Fast Charging PortCCS Combo 2CCS Combo 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power (max)149 kW
Charge Power (10-80%)108 kW
Charge Time DC (10-80%)30 min
Charge Speed (mild)550 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)400 km/h
Autocharge SupportedYes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge SupportedNo
Supported Protocol-

Preconditioning

Preconditioning PossibleYes
Automatically using NavigationYes
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Acceleration4.7 sec (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed180 km/h
Total Power300 kW (408 PS)
Total Torque660 Nm
Consumption21.1 kWh/100 km
DriveAWD
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
Exterior Outlet(s)-
Interior Outlet(s)-

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2H via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2G via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
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BEVDB model

Combined real range (estimate)342 km
Combined Energy Use (estimate)21.1 kWh/100 km

BEVDB estimates use WLTP-rated (or derived) consumption and usable battery capacity to model city/highway ranges; the combined value averages the four scenarios.

WLTP Ratings (best case)

Range449 km
Rated Consumption19.9 kWh/100 km

WLTP Ratings (worst case)

Range400 km
Rated Consumption22.3 kWh/100 km
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Safety Rating5/5
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant89%
Rating Year2022
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist89%

Source: Euro NCAP

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Length4440 mm
Width1873 mm
Width with Mirrors2034 mm
Height1596 mm
Wheelbase2702 mm
Weight Unladen (EU)2185 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)2620 kg
Max. Payload510 kg
Cargo Volume419 L
Cargo Volume Max1205 L
Cargo Volume Frunk31 L
Roof Load75 kg
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked750 kg
Towing Weight Braked1800 kg
Vertical Load Max100 kg
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Seats5
IsofixYes, 2 seats
Turning Circle11.4 m
PlatformVolvo CMA
EV Dedicated PlatformNo
Car BodySUV
Roof RailsYes
Heat PumpYes
HP Standard EquipmentYes

Reminder: Range and energy consumption figures are estimates. Actual results may vary depending on weather, driving style, terrain, and other conditions.

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