2025 Volkswagen ID.4 vs. 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric Review

Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
C40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $53,600 to $60,550
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 64.2 ft3 49.0 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 248-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 335 hp 248 - 402 hp
Towing Capacity 2,200 - 2,700 lbs 3,970 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 72.9 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 36.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen ID.4 than in the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Volkswagen ID.4 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Volkswagen ID.4 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen ID.4 is much slimmer than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Volkswagen ID.4, which is slightly longer than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Handling
The Volkswagen ID.4 has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen ID.4 greatly out-muscles the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Volkswagen ID.4 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. With the Volkswagen ID.4, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.