How much range does the Volvo EX40 lose in winter?

The Volvo EX40 loses approximately 27% of its WLTP rated range at -10°C, dropping from roughly 576 km (WLTP) to approximately 420 km. Actual range depends on driving style, speed, terrain, and cabin heating use.

How can I maximize Volvo EX40 range in cold weather?

If your car supports preconditioning, set your destination in navigation before departing to warm the battery using grid power. Use seat heating instead of cabin heating when possible. Reduce highway speed, as dropping from 120 km/h to 100 km/h at -10°C can recover 10-15% of range. Keep the battery between 20% and 80% for daily driving.

Winter Range

Volvo EX40 Winter Range

Updated March 2026

The Volvo EX40 has a standard heat pump and preconditioning that help it perform well in cold weather. Drivers using our app report that its 79 kWh battery and 400 km range provide a comfortable winter buffer. At -10C, expect about 20% range reduction, leaving roughly 320 km of WLTP rated range. In cold weather, expect roughly 420 km at -10°C, a loss of about 27%. These are estimates and your actual range will vary. Check your vehicle's manual for exact specifications.

WLTP range (rated): ~576 km
Winter range (-10°C est.): ~420 km
Estimated loss at -10°C: ~27%
Battery (approx.): ~79 kWh

Estimate Your Winter Range

Volvo EX40 at 0°C

501 km

13% less than summer range

-20°C0°C+20°C

Range by Temperature

These are estimates based on the Volvo EX40's battery size, efficiency, and whether it has a heat pump. Real results depend on driving style, terrain, speed, and cabin heating use.

Temperature	Est. range	vs. summer
-20°C	374 km	-35%
-15°C	392 km	-32%
-10°C	420 km	-27%
-5°C	461 km	-20%
0°C	501 km	-13%
+5°C	524 km	-9%
+10°C	547 km	-5%
+15°C	564 km	-2%
+20°C	576 km	baseline

Maximizing Winter Range

Precondition the EX40 via the Volvo app while plugged in. This warms the cabin and battery from grid power, ensuring you start with full range and a battery ready for optimal performance.
The EX40's heated seats, steering wheel, and windshield are more energy-efficient than the cabin heater. Use them as your first line of comfort in cold weather.
Keep the EX40 plugged in when parked outdoors in freezing conditions. Maintaining battery temperature prevents cold-soak and keeps the 200 kW DC charging speed available when you need it.
Use the car's navigation to route to fast chargers. The EX40 can preheat its battery en route, ensuring you arrive at the right temperature for peak 200 kW charging, even in winter.
In very cold conditions (below -20C), expect about 28% range loss. With the 79 kWh battery, that still leaves roughly 290 km. Charge more frequently and keep the battery above 20% for best cold-weather performance.

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