Comparison between:
- 2025 KIA Niro EV Wave
- 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range
- 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited AWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2025 KIA Niro EV Wave | 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range | 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited AWD | |
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| Model alias | - | XC40 Recharge E80 | - |
| Trim | Wave | Single Motor Extended Range | Limited AWD |
| Model year | 2025 | 2024 | 2026 |
| Market | North America | Europe | North America |
| Price | USD 44,600 (USA, Jul 2025) | EUR 56,450 (Germany, May 2023) | USD 58,200 (USA, Jun 2025) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Crossover |
| Materials | Advanced High Strength Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium | Advanced High-Strength Steel High tensile strength steel |
| Exterior colors | Steel Gray Interstellar Gray Snow White Pearl Aurora Black Pearl Runway Red Cityscape Green Mineral Blue Snow White Pearl with Steel Gray Aeroblade | Onyx Black Metallic Silver Dawn Metallic Vapour Grey Crystal White Pearl Cloud Blue Fjord Blue Metallic Bright Dusk Metallic Sage Green Metallic | Abyss Black Cyber Gray Atlas White Digital Teal Lucid Blue Atlas White Matte Ecotronic Gray Matte Gravity Gold Matte Sage Silver Matte Ultimate Red Cosmic Blue Pearl |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Gray | Anthracite/Charcoal Light Gray | Black Gray Dark Green |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174.0 in 4420 mm | 174.8 in 4440 mm | 183.3 in 4656 mm |
| Width | 71.9 in 1826 mm | 73.3 in 1863 mm | 74.4 in 1890 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 80.1 in 2034 mm | 84.7 in 2152 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 75.2 in 1910 mm | - |
| Height | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 64.8 in 1647 mm | 63.0 in 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in 2720 mm | 106.4 in 2702 mm | 118.1 in 3000 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 64.2 in 1631 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 63.6 in 1615 mm | 64.6 in 1641 mm |
| Front overhang | 35.2 in 895 mm | - | 34.1 in 866 mm |
| Rear overhang | 31.7 in 805 mm | - | 33.1 in 841 mm |
| Approach angle | 15.7 ° | - | 17.5 ° |
| Departure angle | 26.8 ° | - | 25.4 ° |
| Clearance | 5.9 in 150 mm | 6.9 in 175 mm | 6.1 in 155 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 39.0 in 991 mm | 39.8 in 1011 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.1 in 968 mm | 39.1 in 994 mm | 38.7 in 983 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 57.7 in 1465 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.4 in 1407 mm | 56.3 in 1429 mm | 57.7 in 1465 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.3 in 1354 mm | 54.7 in 1390 mm | 53.9 in 1369 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.7 in 1339 mm | 36.1 in 917 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in 1054 mm | 40.9 in 1040 mm | 41.7 in 1059 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.9 in 937 mm | 36.1 in 917 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2823.0 l 99.69 ft3 2.82 m3 | - | 3015.0 l 106.47 ft3 3.02 m3 |
| Total volume | - | - | 3760.0 l 132.78 ft3 3.76 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 645.6 l 22.80 ft3 0.65 m3 | 452.0 l 15.96 ft3 0.45 m3 | 745.0 l 26.31 ft3 0.74 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1803.0 l 63.67 ft3 1.80 m3 | 1328.0 l 46.90 ft3 1.33 m3 | 1655.0 l 58.45 ft3 1.66 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 20.0 l 0.71 ft3 0.02 m3 | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 | 24.0 l 0.85 ft3 0.02 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3802.97 lb 1725 kg | 4411.45 lb 2001 kg | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg |
| Roof load | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - |
| Payload | 981.06 lb 445 kg | 1144.2 lb 519 kg | 1025.15 lb 465 kg |
| GVWR | 4784.03 lb 2170 kg | 5555.65 lb 2520 kg | 5831.23 lb 2645 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | - |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 661.39 lb 300 kg | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.329 Cd | 0.282 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Headroom with sunroof front - 955 mm Headroom with sunroof rear- 974 mm Frontal area - 2.56 m² | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Model | - | E400V8 (EH) | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 358 V | - | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 185 kW 248.1 hp 251.5 ps | 165 kW 221.3 hp 224.3 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6000 - 9000 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | 350 Nm 35.7 kgm 258.1 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 6000 rpm | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | - | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Motor type | - | - | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location | - | - | Front |
| Power | - | - | 74 kW 99.2 hp 100.6 ps |
| Torque | - | - | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | - | - | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 185 kW 248.1 hp 251.5 ps | 239 kW 320.5 hp 324.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | 605 Nm 61.7 kgm 446.2 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h | 115.0 mph 185.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.80 s | 7.30 s | 5.30 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 7.10 s | - | - |
| Additional information | 30 - 70 kph - 2.9 s 60 - 100 kph - 3.8 s 80 - 120 kph - 5.0 s | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 252.9 mi / 407.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 356.0 mi / 573.0 km | EPA, CMB: 269.0 mi / 432.9 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 16.6 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 108 MPGe EPA, CMB: 34 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 98 MPGe EPA, HWY: 88 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 12 m 39.37 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.66 | 2.7 | 2.67 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 13.3:1 | 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 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 10.65 | - | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Gear Ratio - 2.263 Final Gear Ratio - 4.706 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers | MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Multi-link |
| Additional information | 100 - 0 km/h - 135 ft / 38.1 m | - | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 16.0 in 406 mm | - | - |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 15.0 in 381 mm | - | - |
| Additional information | Integrated Electric Booster (IEB) | Braking distance 100-0 km/h - 36 m | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 ET50 | 7.5Jx19 8.5Jx19 8Jx20 9Jx20 | 8.5Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 94W | 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V 235/45R20 255/40R20 | 255/45R20 105W |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 64.8 kWh | 82 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | - | Hyundai Mobis |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - |
| Anode materials | - | Graphite | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V | - |
| Cell cutoff voltage | - | 2.5 V | - |
| Battery voltage | 358 V | 400 V | 697 V |
| Energy density | 146.3 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 976.65 lb 443 kg | - | 1051.6 lb 477 kg |
| Volume | 289.0 l 10.21 ft3 0.29 m3 | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation | - |
| Additional information | Capacity - 180.9 Ah Cell-level energy density - 253 Wh/kg Optional battery heating 12V battery capacity - 60 Ah | - | 400V-800V charging infrastructure support |
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 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 85 kW | AC 11 kW DC 200 kW AC 11 kW DC 200 kW | AC 10.9 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 350 kW, 0:43 DC 85 kW, 0:43 DC 100 kW, 0:45 DC 50 kW, 1:05 AC 7 kW, 9:05 | DC 200 kW, 0:22-0:28 | DC 250 kW, 0:20 AC 10.9 kW, 7:20 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | Body coloured front grille (S) Glossy black roof rails (S) Parking ticket holder (S) Recharge emblem on the C-pillar (S) Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (O) Airbag for the passenger side (front) can be switched off (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger with two-stage deployment system (S) Alarm (O) 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) Cross Traffic Alerta (CTA) (O) Cruise control (S) Driver Asssitance (O) 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 drive with sensor-controlled tailgate (O) 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) Parking sensor, front, rear and side (O) Pilot Assist (O) Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear-end collisions (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) 13 x -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) Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear-end collisions (O) 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) Heated sports steering wheel (S) Door handles in body colour (S) Door sills made of aluminium with Recharge lettering on the front (S) Electric windows front and rear with auto-down and auto-up function (S) Foldable load compartment floor with fastening system for carrying bags in the luggage compartment (O) Panoramic glass sunroof with lifting function (O) 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) Headlight washer system (O) Interior high level illumination (S) LED fog lights (integrated in the front spoiler) (O) LED headlights "Thor's Hammer" (S) Rear fog lights (S) Premium textile upholstery (S) Textile floor mats (S) | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | There could be differences between the various trim level features according to the market. Make sure you check with your local dealer for the exact parameters. | All standard equipment features arrive with the Volvo XC40 Recharge Core trim. The listed optional features arrive with the XC40 Recharge Plus or with the XC40 Recharge Ultimate trim as specified for each feature. Some features can be found in different trim levels depending on the market. Make sure you check for exact details with your dealer. | Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) |
| 2025 KIA Niro EV Wave | 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range | 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited AWD |