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Nissan Leaf vs Volvo C40 Recharge

Comparing the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990) with the 2025 Volvo C40 Recharge (from $54,895). The Leaf offers 303 miles of range while the C40 Recharge offers 297 miles.

Quick Take

Nissan Leaf wins on price, while Volvo C40 Recharge packs the most punch.

Nissan Leaf

2026SUV

Nissan Leaf

Best Value

  • Starts at $29,990
  • About $99 per mile of range
  • Up to 303 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Volvo C40 Recharge

2025SUV

Volvo C40 Recharge

Most Powerful

  • Up to 402 hp
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 4.6s
  • 112 mph top speed
Price
$29,990 - $38,990
$54,895 - $56,645
Range
259-303 miles
257-297 miles
Horsepower
214 hp
248-402 hp
0-60 mph
6.8 sec
4.6-6.9 sec
Battery Size
75 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
98 mph
112 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
2000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
35 min (10-80%)
28 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
173.4"
174.8"
Width
71.3"
75.2"
Height
61.3"
62.8"
Cargo Capacity
55.5 cu ft
49 cu ft

Nissan Leaf vs Volvo C40 Recharge: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990, undercutting the Volvo C40 Recharge ($54,895) by about $25,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Nissan Leaf covers up to 303 miles, 6 more than the Volvo C40 Recharge's maximum of 297. At a DC fast charger, the Volvo C40 Recharge goes from 10-80% in about 28 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

The Nissan Leaf offers 55.5 cu ft of cargo space vs 49 for the Volvo C40 Recharge.

Bottom line: pick the Nissan Leaf if you want the most for your money, or the Volvo C40 Recharge if you want the most power.

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