2026 Volvo EX40 Charging Cost Calculator

The Volvo EX40 (formerly XC40 Recharge) offers classic Volvo safety credentials in a compact electric SUV with Google's infotainment system built in.

MSRP

$36,350

EPA Range

254 mi

69 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$574

$0.05/mile

Annual Savings

$982

vs gas car

Calculate Your Volvo EX40 Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$47.84

Annual Charging

$574

Cost Per Mile

$0.048

Annual Savings

$981

Volvo EX40 vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Volvo EX40 (Electric)$574/year
$574
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$981

5-Year Savings

$4,907

MPG Equivalent

113 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

4.2x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Volvo EX40 Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

49h

Standard outlet, full charge

5 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $11.04 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

10h

Home charger, full charge

26 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $11.04 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (150 kW)

30min

10% to 80% charge

8.4 miles/minute added

CCS connector

Cost: ~$27.60 per full charge

Volvo EX40 Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Volvo EX40 is not currently eligible for the federal EV tax credit. Check state and local incentives for potential savings.

MSRP

$36,350

Tax Credit

$0

Effective Price

$36,350

Home Charger ROI for Volvo EX40

Level 2 Charger + Installation$1,200
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$360
Net Charger Cost$840
Monthly Fuel Savings$82/mo
Charger Payback15 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2026 Volvo EX40 Specifications

CategoryCompact SUV
MSRP$36,350
EPA Range254 miles
Battery69 kWh
Efficiency29.9 kWh/100 mi
MPGe113 MPGe
DrivetrainFWD
0-60 mph7.4 sec
Seats5
Cargo15 cu ft
Charging PortCCS
DC Fast Charge Rate150 kW

Key Features

Google Built-InPixel LED headlightsAdvanced safety

Volvo EX40 vs Competitors

VehicleRangeMSRPEfficiencyAnnual Cost
Volvo EX40254 mi$36,35029.9 kWh$574
BMW iX1272 mi$48,97526.2 kWh$503
Audi Q4 e-tron265 mi$49,80032 kWh$614

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Volvo EX40?

The 2026 Volvo EX40 is a compact suv with a 69 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 254 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $11.04. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $574.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Volvo EX40 saves $981 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,907 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 113 MPGe, the Volvo EX40 is approximately 4.2x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Volvo EX40 owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 10 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Volvo EX40 supports DC fast charging at up to 150 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 8.4 miles of range per minute of charging.

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