The Volvo EC40 is the coupe‑style member of Volvo’s refreshed 40‑series electric family for 2027, offering updated exterior styling, new infotainment with Google built‑in and four electric powertrain choices that span efficient single‑motor to high‑performance twin‑motor variants. It matters because Volvo has focused this mid‑cycle update on design, safety sensors and software while keeping production at Volvo Car Gent in Belgium — but launch and ordering differ between Germany and Austria.
Key facts at a glance
- Status: orderable in selected markets (order books open from today in selected markets).
- World premiere: part of a mid‑cycle update to the 40‑series (no single global premiere date given).
- Market launch / ordering: varies by country — Austria lists 2027.5 trims and prices; Germany product page shows limited configurability and production listed as discontinued.
- Starting price (Germany): 51.890 € (UVP) as listed on the manufacturer page.
- Austria 2027.5 prices: Core 48.690 €; Plus 51.890 €; Ultra 56.990 € (UVP).
- Powertrains: four electric versions — Single Motor, Single Motor Extended Range, Twin Motor and Twin Motor Performance.
- Range / performance: WLTP figures (manufacturer estimates/preliminary) up to 580–583 km for Extended Range; other estimates provided per version.
- Production: Volvo Car Gent (Ghent), Belgium.
Powertrains and key specs
| Version | Drive | Power | WLTP range / consumption | 0–100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Motor | electric (RWD) | 175 kW / 238 PS | WLTP up to 486 km (estimated) | 7.3 s |
| Single Motor Extended Range | electric (RWD) | 185 kW / 252 PS | WLTP up to 580–583 km (manufacturer preliminary figures) | 7.3 s |
| Twin Motor | electric (AWD) | 300 kW / 408 PS | WLTP up to 549 km (estimated) | 4.7 s |
| Twin Motor Performance | electric (AWD) | 325 kW / 442 PS | WLTP up to 549 km (estimated) | 4.6 s |
Design and interior
The 40‑series mid‑cycle refresh brings updated exterior styling and new Thor’s Hammer Matrix LED lights to the EC40. Inside there is a new 11.2‑inch centre screen running Android Automotive with Google Gemini (Google built‑in). A Black Edition trim is available for a distinctive look, alongside several trim and pack choices.
Technology and drive
Volvo upgraded sensors and the software platform on the refreshed 40 series: the EC40 gains additional radars, cameras and 12 ultrasonic sensors enabling new safety features such as Door Opening Alert and an improved Pilot Assist. The updated infotainment integrates Google built‑in via Android Automotive and the new centre screen.
Prices and market launch (Germany and Austria)
Order books are open from today in selected markets, but availability differs by country. Germany: the EC40 is listed on the German product page with a starting price shown as 51.890 € (UVP), however the page currently shows the model as no longer freely configurable and production is listed as discontinued. Austria: Volvo Austria lists detailed 2027.5 trim prices and a configurator with EC40 Core at 48.690 € (UVP), EC40 Plus at 51.890 € (UVP) and EC40 Ultra at 56.990 € (UVP). Exact market launch dates for Germany and Austria are not yet announced.
Competitors
Key competitors in the German and Austrian markets include the BMW iX2 / iX1 (coupe‑style compact EVs), Audi Q4 e‑tron / Q4 Sportback e‑tron, Tesla Model Y and the Polestar 2 (a closely related sibling often cross‑shopped by buyers). These rivals position the EC40 in the premium compact coupe‑SUV segment.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Volvo EC40 come out?
Order books are open from today in selected markets, but exact market launch dates for Germany and Austria are not yet announced.
How much does the Volvo EC40 cost?
Germany: manufacturer listing shows a starting price of 51.890 € (UVP). Austria: EC40 Core 48.690 €; EC40 Plus 51.890 €; EC40 Ultra 56.990 € (all UVP for 2027.5).
When can I order the Volvo EC40 in Germany and Austria?
Order books are open from today in selected markets. Austria lists trims and a configurator for 2027.5; in Germany the product page currently shows limited configurability and production listed as discontinued.
What range does the Volvo EC40 have?
Range depends on version: WLTP figures/estimates are up to 486 km (Single Motor), up to 580–583 km (Single Motor Extended Range, manufacturer preliminary) and up to 549 km (Twin Motor / Twin Motor Performance, estimated).
Where is the Volvo EC40 built?
Production for the 40‑series (XC40/EX40/EC40 family) is centred at Volvo Car Gent (Ghent), Belgium.
What technology updates does the EC40 get?
The EC40 gets an 11.2‑inch Android Automotive centre screen with Google Gemini (Google built‑in), additional radars, cameras and 12 ultrasonic sensors plus new safety functions such as Door Opening Alert and improved Pilot Assist.
Is there a high‑performance version?
Yes — the EC40 is offered with a Twin Motor Performance variant rated at 325 kW / 442 PS and a 0–100 km/h time of 4.6 s.
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Status: 2026-11-11. This page is updated as soon as the manufacturer publishes new information.
