Comparison between:
- 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor
- 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
- 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
- 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor | |
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| Model alias | P8 AWD | Polestar 2 LRSM | Polestar 2 LRDM | P6 FWD |
| Trim | Twin Motor | Long Range Single Motor | Long Range Dual Motor | Single Motor |
| Model year | 2023 (MY23) | 2023 (MY23) | 2023 (MY23) | 2023 (MY23) |
| Market | Global | North America | North America | Global |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | - | - | Crossover |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Black Stone Thunder Grey Fjord Blue Silver Dawn Crystal White Sage Green | Snow Magnesium Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter | Snow Magnesium Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter | Black Stone Thunder Grey Fjord Blue Silver Dawn Crystal White Sage Green |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Black Light Gray | Slate Charcoal | Slate Charcoal Zinc | Charcoal Black Light Gray |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174.8 in 4440 mm | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 174.8 in 4440 mm |
| Width | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 73.7 in 1873 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.1 in 2034 mm | 78.1 in 1985 mm | 78.1 in 1985 mm | 80.1 in 2034 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 75.2 in 1910 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 75.2 in 1910 mm |
| Height | 62.8 in 1596 mm | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 62.8 in 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in 2702 mm | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 106.4 in 2702 mm |
| Front track | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm |
| Rear track | 63.1 in 1603 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 63.1 in 1603 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 33.9 in 860 mm | 33.9 in 860 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | - | 39.8 in 1011 mm | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Approach angle | - | 15.1 ° | 15.1 ° | - |
| Departure angle | - | 22 ° | 22 ° | - |
| Clearance | 7.0 in 177 mm | - | - | 7.0 in 177 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | 5.9 in 151 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | - | 6.6 in 167 mm | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 40.9 in 1040 mm | 41.3 in 1048 mm | 41.3 in 1048 mm | 40.9 in 1040 mm |
| Rear headroom | 36.7 in 932 mm | 37.0 in 940 mm | 37.0 in 940 mm | 36.7 in 932 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 56.7 in 1440 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 56.3 in 1429 mm | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 56.3 in 1429 mm |
| Front hip room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | - | - | 54.7 in 1390 mm |
| Rear hip room | 54.6 in 1388 mm | - | - | 54.6 in 1388 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.9 in 1040 mm | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 40.9 in 1040 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.1 in 917 mm | 33.9 in 862 mm | 33.9 in 862 mm | 36.1 in 917 mm |
| Trunk volume | 413.0 l 14.58 ft3 0.41 m3 | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 413.0 l 14.58 ft3 0.41 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1205.0 l 42.55 ft3 1.21 m3 | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 1205.0 l 42.55 ft3 1.21 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4817.1 lb 2185 kg | 4497.43 lb 2040 kg | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg | 4508.45 lb 2045 kg |
| Roof load | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - |
| Payload | 959.01 lb 435 kg | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | 5776.11 lb 2620 kg | 5489.51 lb 2490 kg | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg | 5445.42 lb 2470 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3968.32 lb 1800 kg | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.319 Cd | 0.278 Cd | 0.278 Cd | 0.319 Cd |
| Additional information | Frontal area - 2.54 m² | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | Frontal area - 2.54 m² |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Valeo Siemens | Valeo Siemens | - |
| Model | E400V6 (EAD3.1) | EAD 3.2 | EAD 3.1 | E400V2 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Rear | Front |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - | - | 4919 - 11000 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - | - | 0 - 4919 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | - | Valeo Siemens | - |
| Model | E400V6 (EAD3.1) | - | EAD 3.1 | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | - | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | - |
| Location | Front | - | Front | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | - | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - | - | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - |
| Maximum torque RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - | Yes | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.70 s | 7.40 s | 4.70 s | 7.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.50 s | 7.20 s | 4.50 s | 7.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 209.2 mi / 336.7 km WLTP, CMB: 271.5 mi / 437.0 km | EPA, CMB: 270.0 mi / 434.5 km | WLTP, CMB: 260.0 mi / 418.4 km | WLTP, CMB: 257.9 mi / 415.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 94 MPGe EPA, CMB: 39 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 87 MPGe EPA, HWY: 80 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 22 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 113 MPGe EPA, CMB: 31 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 107 MPGe EPA, HWY: 100 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 105 MPGe EPA, CMB: 34 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 100 MPGe EPA, HWY: 96 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 19.3 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A | - | - | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m 37.40 ft | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 11.4 m 37.40 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.7 |
| Additional information | - | Steering ratio - 15.8 | Steering ratio - 15.8 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers | MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 13.6 in 345 mm | 13.6 in 345 mm | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.2 in 30 mm | 1.2 in 30 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 13.4 in 340 mm | 13.4 in 340 mm | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7.5Jx19 8Jx20 9Jx20 | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 7.5Jx19 8Jx20 9Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V 235/45R20 255/40R20 | 245/45R19 245/40R20 | 245/45R19 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V 235/45R20 255/40R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 75 kWh | - | - | 67 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 78 kWh | - | - | 69 kWh |
| Battery capacity | - | 78 kWh | 78 kWh | - |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Battery cell format | - | Pouch | Pouch | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | - | - | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | - | - | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | - | 27 | 27 | - |
| Battery voltage | - | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Weight | 1102.31 lb 500 kg | - | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation upgraded Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) | Liquid-based coolant circulation upgraded Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 | Type 1 CCS1 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW AC 11 kW DC 150 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 150 kW, 0:25-0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:06 | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:00 | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:00 | DC 150 kW, 0:20-0:32 AC 11 kW, 6:16 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (O) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) sensor platform (S) Airbag for the passenger side (front) can be switched off (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger with two-stage deployment system (S) Anti-Blockier-System (ABS) (S) Automatic locking of the doors (can be deactivated) (S) Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (O) Central locking with two radio remote controls (S) Child safety lock for the rear doors (electric) (S) Connected Safety (S) Cruise control (S) Driver's side knee aribag (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Emergency brake lights (S) Front and rear parking assist (S) Head/shoulder airbags (Inflatable Curtains) for all occupants (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Hill Start Assist (HSA) (S) ISOFIX mounts for the front passenger seat and rear outer seats (S) Keyless entry with hands-free power tailgate opening and closing (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) - Active Lane Keeping Assist (S) Oncoming Lane Mitigation (S) Parking camera with 360° surround view (O) Pilot Assist Driver Assistance System (O) Reversing camera with guidelines (S) Safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters (S) Side airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Speed limiter (variable) (S) Speed-sensitive power steering (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Volvo On Call: automatic emergency call function (S) Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) (S) 8 x -speaker 250W audio system with Air Woofer Technology (S) -speaker 600W Premium Sound by Harman Kardon with Fresh Air Subwoofer (O) 12.3-inch driver display (S) 12V connection on center console in front (S) 9-inch centre touchscreen (S) Bluetooth hands-free system with audio streaming (S) Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) (S) Digital Services (Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store), including 4-year subscription (S) Inductive smartphone charging system (S) Two USB-C ports in the center console front and rear (S) Volvo Cars app, including 4-year subscription (S) Advanced air purification system with fine dust filtration according to air quality standard PM2.5 (S) Automatic climate control with 2-zone temperature control (S) Fog sensor (S) Pre-ventilation and reheating of the interior when the engine is switched off (S) Heat pump (S) High-voltage coolant heating (HVCH) (S) Adjustable leg rest for driver and front passenger seat (S) Comfort front seats (S) Fixed rear seat head restraints (S) Headrests of the 2nd row of seats can be folded down (electric) (O) Heated front seats (S) Height and length adjustable front passenger seat (S) Height-adjustable driver and front passenger seats (electric) (S) Lumbar support (4-way) for driver and front passenger seat (S) Rear seats in a ratio of 40/60 or completely foldable (S) Door handles in body colour (S) Door sills made of aluminium with Recharge lettering on the front (S) Heated sports steering wheel (S) Electric windows front and rear with auto-down and auto-up function (S) Foxed panorama glass roof (S) Power liftgate (O) Rain sensor (S) Side window trim in high-gloss black (bottom) (S) Auto-dimming and power retractable side mirrors (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Sport exterior mirrors in high-gloss black (S) Interior high level illumination (S) LED headlights "Thor's Hammer" (S) Rear fog lights (S) Premium textile upholstery (S) Textile floor mats (S) Wool blend (O) | - | - | Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (O) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) sensor platform (S) Airbag for the passenger side (front) can be switched off (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger with two-stage deployment system (S) Anti-Blockier-System (ABS) (S) Automatic locking of the doors (can be deactivated) (S) Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (O) Central locking with two radio remote controls (S) Child safety lock for the rear doors (electric) (S) Connected Safety (S) Cruise control (S) Driver's side knee aribag (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Emergency brake lights (S) Front and rear parking assist (S) Head/shoulder airbags (Inflatable Curtains) for all occupants (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Hill Start Assist (HSA) (S) ISOFIX mounts for the front passenger seat and rear outer seats (S) Keyless entry with hands-free power tailgate opening and closing (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) - Active Lane Keeping Assist (S) Oncoming Lane Mitigation (S) Parking camera with 360° surround view (O) Pilot Assist Driver Assistance System (O) Reversing camera with guidelines (S) Safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters (S) Side airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Speed limiter (variable) (S) Speed-sensitive power steering (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Volvo On Call: automatic emergency call function (S) Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) (S) 8 x -speaker 250W audio system with Air Woofer Technology (S) -speaker 600W Premium Sound by Harman Kardon with Fresh Air Subwoofer (O) 12.3-inch driver display (S) 12V connection on center console in front (S) 9-inch centre touchscreen (S) Bluetooth hands-free system with audio streaming (S) Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) (S) Digital Services (Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store), including 4-year subscription (S) Inductive smartphone charging system (S) Two USB-C ports in the center console front and rear (S) Volvo Cars app, including 4-year subscription (S) Advanced air purification system with fine dust filtration according to air quality standard PM2.5 (S) Automatic climate control with 2-zone temperature control (S) Fog sensor (S) Pre-ventilation and reheating of the interior when the engine is switched off (S) Heat pump (S) High-voltage coolant heating (HVCH) (S) Adjustable leg rest for driver and front passenger seat (S) Comfort front seats (S) Fixed rear seat head restraints (S) Headrests of the 2nd row of seats can be folded down (electric) (O) Heated front seats (S) Height and length adjustable front passenger seat (S) Height-adjustable driver and front passenger seats (electric) (S) Lumbar support (4-way) for driver and front passenger seat (S) Rear seats in a ratio of 40/60 or completely foldable (S) Door handles in body colour (S) Door sills made of aluminium with Recharge lettering on the front (S) Heated sports steering wheel (S) Electric windows front and rear with auto-down and auto-up function (S) Foxed panorama glass roof (S) Power liftgate (O) Rain sensor (S) Side window trim in high-gloss black (bottom) (S) Auto-dimming and power retractable side mirrors (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Sport exterior mirrors in high-gloss black (S) Interior high level illumination (S) LED headlights "Thor's Hammer" (S) Rear fog lights (S) Premium textile upholstery (S) Textile floor mats (S) Wool Blend (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Some features can be found in different trim levels depending on the market. Make sure you check for exact details with your dealer. | - | - | Some features can be found in different trim levels depending on the market. Make sure you check for exact details with your dealer. |
| 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor |