The Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor Extended Range was officially introduced in January 2023. Energy is supplied by a 82 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 507 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 185 kW (252 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h (6.9 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 52000 USD.
Conversely, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC was announced in August 2023. At its core, it features a 66.5 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 445 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 168 kW (228 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 53000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | January 2023 | August 2023 |
| Release date | June 2023 | October 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 185 kW (252 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 168 kW (228 hp) |
| Torque | 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) | 390 Nm (288 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h (6.9 sec 0-60 mph) | 8 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 160 km/h (99 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 82 kWh total | 66.5 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion 400V | Air-cooled Li-ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 507 km | 445 km |
| Consumption | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6.75 hours |
| Charging station | CCS 150 kW max, 10-80% in 29 min | CCS 100 kW max, 10-80% in 32 min |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats |
| Dimensions | 4400 x 1863 x 1647 mm (173.2 x 73.3 x 64.8 in) | 4684 x 1834 x 1654 mm (184.4 x 72.2 x 65.1 in) |
| Weight | 2076 kg unladen, 2520 kg gross | 2165 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R19, R20 | R18, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 419 l, 1328 l max | 495 l, 1710 l max |
| Front trunk | Yes | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 9.3" touchscreen | 10.25" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 12" | 10.25" |
| Head-up display | No | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats | Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera or reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | 1 front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 1 front camera, 1 rear camera. Lane Keeping Aid, Road Sign Information, Rear Collision Warning, Driver Alert, Rear Auto Brake, Cross Traffic Alert with cyclists and pedestrians detection, High Beam Assist, Assistance at risk of collision | Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant Distronic, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Evasive Steering Assist, Congestion emergency braking function, PRE-SAFE PLUS and Impulse Side with body-raising function, |
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Misc
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| Price | 52000 USD | 53000 USD |