Comparison between:
- 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor
- 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor | 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | |
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| Model alias | P8 AWD (facelift) | Polestar 2 LRDM |
| Trim | Twin Motor | Long Range Dual Motor |
| Model year | 2023 (MY23) | 2024 (MY24) |
| Market | Global | North America |
| Price | USD 54,645 (USA, May 2023) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | - |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium Alloy |
| Exterior colors | Black Stone Thunder Grey Fjord Blue Silver Dawn Crystal White Sage Green | Snow Magnesium Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Black | Slate Charcoal Zinc |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174.8 in 4440 mm | 181.3 in 4606 mm |
| Width | 73.3 in 1863 mm | 73.2 in 1859 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.1 in 2034 mm | 78.1 in 1985 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 75.2 in 1910 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 65.0 in 1651 mm | 58.2 in 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in 2702 mm | 107.7 in 2735 mm |
| Front track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 63.1 in 1602 mm |
| Rear track | 63.6 in 1615 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 33.9 in 860 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | 39.8 in 1011 mm |
| Approach angle | - | 15.1 ° |
| Departure angle | - | 22 ° |
| Clearance | 6.9 in 175 mm | - |
| Minimum clearance | - | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Maximum clearance | - | 6.6 in 167 mm |
| Front headroom | 35.9 in 911 mm | 41.3 in 1048 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.1 in 994 mm | 37.0 in 940 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 56.3 in 1429 mm | 53.3 in 1355 mm |
| Front hip room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 54.6 in 1388 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 40.9 in 1040 mm | 42.2 in 1073 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.1 in 917 mm | 33.9 in 862 mm |
| Trunk volume | 414.0 l 14.62 ft3 0.41 m3 | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4717.89 lb 2140 kg | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg |
| Roof load | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 1124.36 lb 510 kg | 992.08 lb 450 kg |
| GVWR | 5842.25 lb 2650 kg | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg |
| Towing capacity | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | - |
| Towing capacity braked | - | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.329 Cd | 0.278 Cd |
| Additional information | Headroom with sunroof front - 955 mm Headroom with sunroof rear- 974 mm Frontal area - 2.56 m² | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Valeo Siemens |
| Model | E400V6 (EAD3.1) | BCEFH |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 200 kW 268.2 hp 271.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Valeo Siemens |
| Model | E400V6 (EAD3.1) | DAEAC |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 4350 - 13900 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | 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 | 310 kW 415.7 hp 421.5 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 740 Nm 75.5 kgm 545.8 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.90 s | 4.50 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.70 s | 4.30 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 223.0 mi / 358.9 km WLTP, CMB: 272.2 mi / 438.0 km | EPA, CMB: 265.9 mi / 428.0 km EPA, CMB: 276.0 mi / 444.2 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 92 MPGe EPA, CMB: 39 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 85 MPGe EPA, HWY: 72 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 20.4 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 108 MPGe EPA, CTY: 112 MPGe EPA, CMB: 32 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 33 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe EPA, HWY: 96 MPGe EPA, HWY: 100 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 11.5 m 37.73 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | 2.7 |
| Additional information | - | 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 |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
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 |
| 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 |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 13.6 in 345 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.2 in 30 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 13.4 in 340 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.8 in 20 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V | 245/45R19 245/40R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 75 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 78 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 82 kWh |
| Manufacturer | - | CATL |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | - |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | - |
| Number of modules | - | 27 |
| Battery voltage | - | 400 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) |
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 |
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 205 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 205 kW, 0:28 AC 11 kW, 8:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Body coloured covered grille (S) Charcoal headlining (S) Exterior styling kit (O) Foldable towbar (O) Glossy black roof rails (S) Glossy Black Skid Plates, Front & Rear (S) Grocery bag holder (O) Hidden storage under the driver's seat (O) Load compartment mat, moulded plastic, Charcoal (O) Moulded plastic floor mats, Charcoal (O) Power folding outer rear head restraints (O) Protection net (O) Protective cap kit, Matt Tech Grey (S) R-Design perforated leather-clad gear knob, Charcoal, Geartronic (S) Recharge aluminium front tread plates (S) Recharge embossed logo on C/D-pillar (S) Roof spoiler (O) Roof top in contrast colour, Black Stone (S) Sport pedals (S) Without extra emblem tailgate (S) 360º Camera (O) Alarm Logic Base (S) Automatic door locking (S) BLIS - Blind Spot Information with steering assistant (S) Cruise control (S) Double locking (S) Driver adjustable power steering (S) Dual-stage airbags, driver and front passenger (S) Dynamic chassis (S) Emergency Brake light and Hazard Warning (S) Harman Kardon Premium Sound plus Park Assist package (O) Hill Descent Control (S) Hill Start Assist (S) Inflatable Curtain (S) IntelliSafe Assist (ACC) (O) IntelliSafe Surround (O) ISOFIX mounting points, rear seat (S) Keyless entry with hands-free power tailgate opening and closing (S) Knee airbag, driver side (S) Lane Keeping Aid (S) Oncoming Lane Mitigation (S) Panoramic roof with Navi Tech & Park Assist (O) Park Assist Camera, rear (O) Parking assistance, rear Gen 3 (S) Passenger airbag cut-off switch (S) Prep for Interior motion sensor (S) Rain sensor (S) Rear and front park assist (O) Road Sign Information (S) Safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters (S) SIPS side impact protection system (S) Speed limiter (S) Standard springs (S) Temporary Mobility Kit (S) WHIPS whiplash injury protection system (S) With alarm preparation (S) Without blocked lock mode (S) Without Pilot Assist (S) 12-inch driver display (S) 2 USB Typ-C Connectors, Front (S) 5 volt outlet (2 USB-C), in rear/lower tunnel consol (S) 9-inch centre touchscreen (S) Android powered infotainment (S) Bluetooth (S) Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) (S) Digital owners manual (S) High Performance audio system (S) Power outlet, luggage compartment (S) Smartphone integration (S) Volvo On Call (S) Wireless mobile phone charging (O) CleanZone (S) Humidity sensor (S) Two-zone climate system including cooled glove compartment (S) Heat in grill emblem (S) High voltage coolant heater (HVCH) (S) Adjustable driver and front passenger seats (S) Comfort front seats (S) Comfort front seats (S) Heated front seats (O) Heated rear seats plus Climate Package (O) Manual seat cushion extension, driver seat (S) Manually foldable outer rear head restraints (S) Manually foldable second seat row (S) Power driver seat with memory function (O) Power front passenger seat (O) Power-operated multi-directional 4-way lumbar support (S) Heated steering wheel (O) Perforated leather-clad sport steering wheel with Uni-deco trim, Charcoal (S) Steering wheel remote control (S) Dark tinted rear windows (O) Handle side door body color, w/o damper, keyless and illumination (S) Heated windscreen (O) Heated windscreen washers (O) Power tailgate (S) Tempered side windows (S) Automatically dimmed inner and outer rear view mirrors (S) Door mirror covers, 019 Black Stone (S) Illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Power retractable door mirrors with ground lighting (S) Fog lamps (S) Interior high level illumination (S) LED Headlights (S) LED headlights with Active Bending Lights (O) Charcoal Nubuck Textile/Perforated Nappa in Charcoal interior (RB0R) (S) Cutting Edge Aluminium Decor (S) High-gloss black side window trim (S) | - |
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. | - |
| 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor | 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |