2025 Volvo EX40 delivers compact luxury perfectly

As the electrified arena is still in full swing Volvo rises to the top with the release of their compact SUV the EX In Grasso s Garage has of late tested the XC and XC in both hybrid forms and absolutely loved everything about them Adding the EX the area in full electric and a compact SUV this is sure to be a fun one On the interior we notice similarities to the gas powered version the XC A -inch digital driver display plush seating that delivers typical Volvo luxury and comfort USB-C ports Google digital services and luxury upgrades such as laminated panoramic sunroof with power sunshade -zone situation control mechanical seat cushion extensions heated front and rear seats air purifier and degree surround view camera Exterior wise it s all Volvo excellence with its -inch diamond cut wheels LED headlights all of the safety features that you can expect including Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Pilot Assist Run-off Road Protection Lane Departure Warning Whiplash protection and much more Our week-long tester came with the Ultra package which had its own set of upscale features included in the price with no extra add-ons Powering the Volvo EX Twin Motor Ultra was a fully electric zero tailpipe emission kWh Lithium-ion battery with a shift-by-wire single speed transmission This combination boasts horsepower and lb-ft of torque As we know the torque from electric vehicles is so instantaneous and in this episode very torquey having good power with a slice of luxury is a great combination As a Volvo connoisseur myself the EX just adds the cherry on the top to the already productive XC The aesthetics of the compact electric EX is what really does it for me Its boxy yet luxurious styling sets off a great example of comfort storage and usage while still maintaining that luxury Volvo consumers demand Although we only noticed a mile range on a full charge which seems low in in the current era s consumer territory compared to the competition for small town driving and city life commuting the EX delivers nicely and is rightly priced for consumers looking for that extra piece of luxury that other brands are missing Grasso s Garage is here for you Looking for more auto reviews or are you in the field for a new car Head to https www bostonherald com tag automotive Also for honest input reach out to me directly marc grasso bostonherald com Volvo EX Twin Motor Ultra MSRP MPGe city highway as tested As Tested