Alpine A390 vs Volvo EX40

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Volvo EX40 has the higher published DC charging figure at 207 kW, which is roughly 4% higher than the Alpine A390 at 200 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Alpine A390 is listed at about 27 minutes, which is 5 minutes quicker than the Volvo EX40 at 32 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Volvo EX40 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 576 km, which is roughly 26 km more than the Alpine A390 at approximately 550 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Alpine A390 consumes 189 Wh/km, compared to 198 Wh/km for the Volvo EX40. That means the Alpine A390 uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Volvo EX40 has approximately 79 kWh of useable battery , while the Alpine A390 has approximately 89 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The Volvo EX40 has the higher published DC figure at up to 207 kW, but the Alpine A390 has the shorter published charge time at approximately 27 minutes versus approximately 32 minutes. On road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Alpine A390 supports up to 22 kW, compared to up to 11 kW for the Volvo EX40. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Alpine A390 is the more efficient choice at 189 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Volvo EX40 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 576 km, which is roughly 26 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.