Matchup
Tesla Model Y vs Volvo EX40
The 2026 Model Y Premium AWD against the 2026 EX40 Single Motor Plus, through ten physics labs and every official rating we could find.
Last checked Oct 19, 2026. Every figure links to its source.
The short answer
- In the trims shown, the Model Y costs $4,915 less: $51,630 against $56,545 for the EX40, destination included. PublishedTeslaPublishedVolvo
- The EX40 stops from 70 mph in 166 ft, 8 ft shorter than the Model Y (174 ft). TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 17 MPGe better than the EX40 (106 MPGe). PublishedEPAPublishedEPA
- Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the EX40. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom Volvo
At a glance
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price, this trim | $51,630PublishedTesla | $56,545PublishedVolvo |
| Powertrain | Permanent-magnet rear + induction front motor · Dual motor AWD | Permanent-magnet synchronous rear motor (E400V8), 400-volt · Rear-wheel drive, single motor |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 3.9 sTestedCar and Driver | 6.5 sTestedCar and Driver |
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 174 ft (53.0 m)TestedCar and Driver | 166 ft (50.6 m)TestedCar and Driver |
| EPA efficiency | 123 MPGePublishedEPA | 106 MPGePublishedEPA |
| EPA range | 327 mi (526 km)PublishedEPA | 296 mi (476 km)PublishedEPA |
| Cargo behind the second row | 29.0 cu ft (821 L)TestedCar and Driver | 22.0 cu ft (623 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Large suitcases, packed | 5Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 2Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Seats | 5PublishedEdmunds | 5PublishedVolvo |
| Crash ratings | NHTSA 5★ overall · IIHS Top Safety Pick+ | IIHS crash tests G/–/– |
Acceleration
The Model Y gets to 60 mph 2.6 s sooner: 3.9 s against 6.5 s.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 397 hp (296 kW)PublishedCar and Driver | 248 hp (185 kW)PublishedVolvo |
| Torque | 389 lb-ft (527 Nm)PublishedCar and Driver | 310 lb-ft (420 Nm)PublishedVolvo |
| 0–60 mph, tested or claimed | 3.9 sTestedCar and Driver | 6.5 sTestedCar and Driver |
| 0–60 mph, our simulation | 3.9 sSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 6.4 sSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Passing, 50–70 mph | 1.7 sTestedCar and Driver | 3.6 sTestedCar and Driver |
| Quarter mile | 12.3 sTestedCar and Driver | 15.2 sTestedCar and Driver |
Braking and stopping distance
The EX40 stops from 70 mph in 166 ft, 8 ft shorter than the Model Y (174 ft).
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking 70–0 mph, tested | 174 ft (53.0 m)TestedCar and Driver | 166 ft (50.6 m)TestedCar and Driver |
| Braking 60–0 mph, tested | no data | 122 ft (37.2 m)TestedMotorTrend |
| Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 360 ft (109.9 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 348 ft (106.2 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Dry road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction | 277 ft (84.3 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 269 ft (81.9 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Packed snow from 30 mph, 1 s reaction | 167 ft (50.9 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 161 ft (49.2 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
Rollover
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the EX40 on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA rollover rating | 5★ · 8.6% riskTestedNHTSA | no data |
| Sideways slide that trips it into a roll | 13 mph (21 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs | 13 mph (20 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs |
| Static stability factor (half-track ÷ CoG height) | 1.40Simulated, estimated inputs | 1.35Simulated, estimated inputs |
Efficiency and running costs
The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 17 MPGe better than the EX40 (106 MPGe).
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA efficiency | 123 MPGePublishedEPA | 106 MPGePublishedEPA |
| EPA range | 327 mi (526 km)PublishedEPA | 296 mi (476 km)PublishedEPA |
| Fuel or charging, 15,000 mi a year | $753/yrDerivedEPA | $873/yrDerivedEPA |
| Steady 75 mph, our simulation | 29 kWh/100 mi (18.3 kWh/100 km)Simulated, estimated inputs | 39 kWh/100 mi (24.0 kWh/100 km)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Drag coefficient | 0.22PublishedEVSpecs | 0.33PublishedVolvo |
Grip, snow and maneuvering
On packed snow the Model Y can pull away at 0.26 g, against 0.15 g for the EX40.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Skidpad grip, tested | 0.88 gTestedCar and Driver | 0.83 gTestedCar and Driver |
| Cornering grip, our simulation | 0.88 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 0.83 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Pulling away on packed snow | 0.26 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver | 0.15 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver |
| Turning circle | 39.7 ft (12.1 m)Estimate | 37.4 ft (11.4 m)PublishedEdmunds |
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in (17 cm)PublishedEdmunds | 6.9 in (18 cm)PublishedVolvo |
| Tires | Hankook iON evo AS SUV all-season · 255/45R19TestedCar and Driver | All-season 235/50R19 · 255/45R19 · 235/50R19 · 255/45R19PublishedEdmunds |
Space, luggage and fit
Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the EX40.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5PublishedEdmunds | 5PublishedVolvo |
| Large suitcases, packed | 5Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 2Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Carry-ons in the space left | 3Simulatedfrom Car and Driver | 2Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Cargo behind the second row | 29.0 cu ft (821 L)TestedCar and Driver | 22.0 cu ft (623 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Cargo, seats folded | 71.0 cu ft (2,010 L)TestedCar and Driver | 58.0 cu ft (1,642 L)TestedCar and Driver |
| Front trunk | 4.0 cu ft (113 L)TestedCar and Driver | 0.7 cu ft (20 L)PublishedVolvo |
| Towing | 3,500 lb (1,588 kg)PublishedEdmunds | 2,000 lb (907 kg)PublishedVolvo |
| Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver | +1.7 in (4 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +0.2 in (1 cm)Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 11 in driver | +3.9 in (10 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +2.6 in (7 cm)Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Driver head room, 5 ft 4 in driver | +6.8 in (17 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +5.6 in (14 cm)Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Rear head room, 5 ft 11 in passenger | +2.2 in (6 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +1.8 in (4 cm)Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in | +4.4 in (11 cm)Simulatedfrom Edmunds | +0.5 in (1 cm)Simulatedfrom Volvo |
| Rear head and knee, 6 ft 4 in behind 6 ft 4 in | −0.4 in head · +0.1 in kneeSimulatedfrom Edmunds | −0.8 in head · −3.8 in kneeSimulatedfrom Volvo |
| Front head room, published | 41.0 in (104 cm)PublishedEdmunds | 37.6 in (96 cm)PublishedVolvo |
| Rear head room, published | 39.4 in (100 cm)PublishedEdmunds | 38.3 in (97 cm)PublishedVolvo |
| Rear leg room, published | 40.5 in (103 cm)PublishedEdmunds | 36.1 in (92 cm)PublishedVolvo |
Cabin noise
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the EX40 on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin sound at 70 mph | 66 dBATestedCar and Driver | no data |
Visibility
From the driver’s seat the Model Y’s hood hides the first 11 ft of road; the EX40’s hides 22 ft.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver | 11 ft (3.2 m)Simulated, estimated inputs | 22 ft (6.6 m)Simulated |
| Ground visible within 33 ft ahead | 65%Simulated, estimated inputs | 38%Simulated |
Headlights and night stopping
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the EX40 on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| IIHS headlight rating | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| Low beams, straight road (right edge) | 332 ft (101.1 m)TestedIIHS | no data |
| Fastest you can stop inside the low beams | 70 mph (113 km/h)Simulatedfrom IIHS | no data |
| High beams, straight road (right edge) | 442 ft (134.7 m)TestedIIHS | no data |
Crash safety
No meaningful gap between the Model Y and the EX40 on what we can measure here.
| Model Y | EX40 | |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5★TestedNHTSA | no data |
| IIHS small overlap front | GoodTestedIIHS | GoodTestedIIHS |
| IIHS moderate overlap front (updated) | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| IIHS side (updated) | GoodTestedIIHS | no data |
| IIHS award | 2026 Top Safety Pick+PublishedIIHS | no data |
| Curb weight | 4,421 lb (2,005 kg)TestedCar and Driver | 4,559 lb (2,068 kg)TestedCar and Driver |
Where each one wins
Tesla Model Y
- In the trims shown, the Model Y costs $4,915 less: $51,630 against $56,545 for the EX40, destination included. PublishedTeslaPublishedVolvo
- The Model Y is rated 123 MPGe by the EPA, 17 MPGe better than the EX40 (106 MPGe). PublishedEPAPublishedEPA
- Our packing test fits 5 large suitcases in the Model Y and 2 in the EX40. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom Volvo
- The Model Y gets to 60 mph 2.6 s sooner: 3.9 s against 6.5 s. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- The Model Y is rated to tow 1,500 lb more: 3,500 lb against 2,000 lb. PublishedEdmundsPublishedVolvo
- The Model Y goes 31 mi farther on a charge by the EPA’s count: 327 mi against 296 mi. PublishedEPAPublishedEPA
- Behind a 5-ft-11 driver, a 5-ft-11 passenger gets +4.4 in of knee room in the Model Y and +0.5 in in the EX40. Simulatedfrom EdmundsSimulatedfrom Volvo
- From the driver’s seat the Model Y’s hood hides the first 11 ft of road; the EX40’s hides 22 ft. Simulated, estimated inputsSimulated
- The Model Y has 7.0 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 29.0 cu ft against 22.0 cu ft. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- The Model Y makes 149 hp more: 397 hp against 248 hp. PublishedCar and DriverPublishedVolvo
- Passing from 50 to 70 mph takes 1.7 s in the Model Y and 3.6 s in the EX40. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- On packed snow the Model Y can pull away at 0.26 g, against 0.15 g for the EX40. Simulatedfrom Car and DriverSimulatedfrom Car and Driver
- A 6-ft-4 driver has +1.7 in between head and headliner in the Model Y and +0.2 in in the EX40. Simulatedfrom EdmundsSimulatedfrom Volvo
- Drivers see 65% of the ground within 33 ft of the Model Y’s nose and 38% in the EX40. Simulated, estimated inputsSimulated
- The Model Y held 0.88 g on the skidpad against 0.83 g for the EX40. TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
Volvo EX40
- The EX40 stops from 70 mph in 166 ft, 8 ft shorter than the Model Y (174 ft). TestedCar and DriverTestedCar and Driver
- The EX40 turns in a 2.3 ft tighter circle: 37.4 ft against 39.7 ft. EstimatePublishedEdmunds
Other trims
- EX40 Single Motor Plus · on this page
- EX40 Twin Motor Ultra
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Sources
- Tesla: Model Y design studio: US prices, destination and order fee (2026-09)
- Volvo Cars USA: 2026 EX40 offers and starting MSRP (includes $1,395 destination) (2026-10)
- Car and Driver: 2026 Tesla Model Y review and instrumented tests (Premium RWD, Long Range AWD) (2026-09)
- Car and Driver: Tested: 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor (2024-01)
- US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Tesla Model Y ratings (2026-09)
- US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Volvo EX40 and EX40 Twin ratings (2026-10)
- Volvo Cars USA: 2026 EX40 specifications (Single Motor Extended Range and Twin Motor) (2026-10)
- Edmunds: 2026 Tesla Model Y trims and specifications (Tesla data) (2026-07)
- MotorTrend: 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Single Motor First Test (Extended Range Ultimate) (2024-03)
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings: 2026 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD (VehicleId 22140) (2026-09)
- EV Specifications: 2026 Tesla Model Y North America trim comparison (Tesla data) (2025-10)
- Volvo Car Canada Media: XC40 Recharge / EX40 technical data (motors, battery, track, drag coefficient, frontal area) (2026-10)
- Edmunds: 2026 Volvo EX40 specs and features (turning circle, tires, interior) (2026-10)
- Volvo Support US: EX40 vehicle dimensions (updated 03/30/2026) (2026-10)
- Car and Driver: Tested: 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-08)
- IIHS: 2026 Tesla Model Y ratings (applies to 2026–27 models) (2026-09)
- IIHS: 2026 Volvo EX40 ratings (small overlap tests of a 2021 XC40 Recharge apply to 2025–26) (2026-10)
- IIHS: Two additional models garner Top Safety Pick+ awards (Sep 3, 2026) (2026-09)
Badges: Published figures come from the maker, a regulator or a rating agency; Tested from an independent instrumented test; Simulated are computed by our physics from those inputs (how); Estimate means no published value exists. Confirm figures with the maker or your dealer before you buy.