2026 Volvo EX40 Plus: Danvers Buyers Guide

2026 Volvo EX40 at Volvo Cars Danvers in Danvers, MA

Quick Answer: The 2026 EX40 Plus

The EX40 Plus is the entry point to Volvo's electric compact SUV and the only EX40 trim with a powertrain choice. Single Motor Extended Range starts at $55,150 MSRP, sends power to the rear wheels only, and is EPA-rated for 296 miles of range. Twin Motor starts at $56,900, adds all-wheel drive and 402 horsepower, and is EPA-rated for 260 miles. Both figures exclude the $1,395 destination charge. Standard equipment includes a panoramic roof, 360-degree camera, 9-inch touchscreen with a 12.3-inch driver display, Google built-in, wired Apple CarPlay, keyless entry, a power tailgate, and 19-inch alloy wheels. It's on the lot now at Volvo Cars Danvers on Commonwealth Avenue.

Two ways to configure the entry trim

Plus is the only place in the EX40 lineup where the powertrain decision is actually a decision. Single Motor Extended Range is the value play: rear-wheel drive, 185 kW (248 horsepower), 310 lb-ft of torque, a 6.9-second run to 60 mph, and the longest range in the EX40 range at an EPA-estimated 296 miles (118 city / 94 highway / 106 combined MPGe). Step up $1,750 to Twin Motor and a second motor joins up front for all-wheel drive, 300 kW (402 horsepower) combined, 494 lb-ft, and a noticeably quicker 4.6-second sprint — at the cost of range, down to an EPA-estimated 260 miles (103 city / 85 highway / 94 combined MPGe). Both share the same 82.0 kWh battery pack, the same DC fast-charge rate (10-80% in as little as 28 minutes), and the same roughly 8-hour Level 2 home charge from empty. Neither choice is objectively correct; it comes down to whether the household values maximum range or all-weather grip and quicker acceleration more.

What's included from the first configuration

Every Plus starts with a panoramic roof overhead, a 360-degree camera for tight North Shore parking lots, and a 9-inch center touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital driver display, all running Google built-in — Assistant, Maps, and the Play store — with four years of the digital services subscription bundled at no charge. Apple CarPlay connects over a wired USB-C cable; Android Auto does the same. Keyless entry and start, a wireless phone charging pad, a power tailgate with a hands-free kick sensor, and 19-inch alloy wheels round out the standard list. Volvo also builds in air purification technology with PM2.5 filtering and a remote cabin pre-cleaning feature buyers can trigger from the Volvo Cars app before ever reaching the car — useful on a humid Massachusetts summer afternoon. Cargo space runs to 57.5 cubic feet with the rear seats folded, plus a 0.7-cubic-foot front trunk for a charging cable or a gym bag.

Who the Plus fits best

Single Motor Plus suits a buyer whose daily driving rarely stretches past a typical commute and who wants to stretch the interval between charges as far as possible — a strong fit for someone charging primarily at home overnight rather than hunting public chargers. Twin Motor Plus suits a buyer who wants all-wheel-drive traction for North Shore winters and Route 128 on-ramps without stepping up to the Ultra's price or committing to the Black Edition's blacked-out look. Either way, the Plus carries the same core equipment list; the choice lives entirely in the drivetrain.

What Danvers buyers say about the experience

Volvo Cars Danvers holds a 4.4-star average across more than 460 Google reviews. Recent XC40 buyers, on the gas-powered sibling this compact platform is built alongside, describe a sales process that translates directly to shopping the EX40: "Boris did an exceptional job helping me with My XC40 Volvo! He was professional, respectful, knowledgeable, and a true pleasure to work with. I highly recommend [Volvo Cars Danvers] and Boris," wrote Bridget C. Another buyer, on trading between two Volvo SUVs, wrote: "Exchanging my xc40 for my new xc60 was a seamless process," from Kristina A. That same walk-through-the-options approach is what an EX40 shopper deciding between Single Motor and Twin Motor should expect from the Danvers team.

Frequently asked questions

What's the price difference between Single Motor and Twin Motor Plus?

Twin Motor Plus runs $1,750 more than Single Motor Plus, $56,900 versus $55,150 MSRP, both excluding the $1,395 destination charge. The premium buys all-wheel drive, 402 horsepower instead of 248, and a 4.6-second run to 60 instead of 6.9 — with 36 fewer miles of EPA-rated range to show for it.

Does the Plus have all-wheel drive?

Only if the Twin Motor powertrain is selected. Single Motor Extended Range Plus is rear-wheel drive. Buyers who want all-wheel drive guaranteed without a powertrain decision should look at the Ultra, which is Twin Motor only.

Is Apple CarPlay wireless on the EX40 Plus?

No — Apple CarPlay connects over a wired USB-C cable, as does Android Auto. Both are standard from the base equipment level.

What's the cargo space on an EX40 Plus?

57.5 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down, plus a 0.7-cubic-foot front trunk under the hood since there's no engine occupying that space.

Can I see both powertrains in person?

Volvo Cars Danvers's new inventory typically stocks both configurations; call ahead to confirm which builds are on the lot the day of a visit.

Ready to compare Single Motor against Twin Motor in person

Numbers on a spec sheet rarely settle a powertrain debate the way five minutes behind the wheel does. View current EX40 Plus inventory or reach out to schedule a side-by-side test drive of both configurations.

MSRP figures exclude the $1,395 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; Volvo Cars Danvers sets the actual selling price. Range, charging, and MPGe figures are EPA estimates; real-world results vary with weather, driving style, and conditions. Equipment and availability can change with configuration and production timing; confirm current specs with the dealership. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Volvo Cars Danvers.

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