2026 Volvo EX40 Plus: Brooklyn Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: EX40 Plus
The 2026 Volvo EX40 Plus starts at $55,150 MSRP with the Single Motor Extended Range powertrain — rear-wheel drive, 248 horsepower, and an EPA-estimated 296 miles of range, the longest of any EX40 configuration. Adding the Twin Motor all-wheel-drive setup brings 402 horsepower and a 4.6-second 0-60, at the cost of some range (260 miles) and $1,750 more, for $56,900 MSRP — both figures before the $1,395 destination charge. Plus is the only EX40 trim, since there's no lower option below it: a panoramic roof, 360-degree camera, and cabin air purification with remote pre-cleaning all come standard. In stock now at Volvo Cars Brooklyn.
The entry point, not a stripped-down one
Plus isn't a base trim in the usual sense — it's the only trim Volvo offers below Ultra, and it doesn't feel like a car with things left out. The panoramic roof is standard rather than an upsell, which matters on a compact SUV where a fixed steel roof can make the cabin feel smaller than it is. The 360-degree camera earns its keep on a narrow Sunset Park block with cars parked on both sides and not much room to guess. And the air purification system's remote pre-cleaning function, run from the Volvo Cars app, means you can start filtering the cabin air before you've even left the apartment on a muggy August afternoon. A power tailgate with a hands-free kick sensor rounds out the practical list — useful the moment your hands are full of grocery bags from a Costco run.
Inside, the Plus runs the same Google built-in system as the rest of the lineup, with Assistant, Maps, and Play included free for four years, a 9-inch touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch driver display. Apple CarPlay connects over a wired USB-C cable — there's no wireless option on this generation — and Android Auto works the same way.
The choice that defines the Plus: one motor or two
Every other EX40 trim decision is made for you once you pick Plus versus Ultra. This one isn't. The Single Motor Extended Range sends 248 horsepower and 310 lb-ft to the rear wheels only, reaches 60 mph in about 6.9 seconds, and covers an EPA-rated 296 miles per charge — the best range figure in the whole EX40 lineup, Ultra included. The Twin Motor adds a second motor for all-wheel drive, jumps to 402 horsepower and 494 lb-ft, cuts the 0-60 time to 4.6 seconds, and trades some of that range away, landing at 260 miles. Both use the identical 82.0 kWh battery — the difference is entirely in how the power gets to the road. For buyers who do most of their driving inside the five boroughs and want to maximize range between charges, Single Motor is the pragmatic pick. For anyone regularly crossing a bridge in weather, or who simply wants the quicker launch, Twin Motor is worth the $1,750 and the shorter range.
What separates Plus from Ultra
Moving up to the Ultra locks in Twin Motor AWD as the only option — there's no Single Motor Ultra — and bundles in the new-for-2026 Black Edition appearance package as standard equipment: high-gloss black exterior trim and 20-inch black alloy wheels, rather than the Plus's standard 19-inch wheels. If the styling upgrade and the guaranteed AWD don't specifically appeal to you, the Plus already covers what most EX40 shoppers are actually looking for, and it's the only trim where you get to choose your own range-versus-power tradeoff.
What Plus buyers are saying
Karena W. bought her very first car at Volvo Cars Brooklyn and described exactly the kind of unhurried, question-friendly process an EV-curious first-time buyer benefits from: "Leroy, our sales person, was amazing! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and so patient with us as we test drove a couple of cars and made a decision. We never felt pressured or oversold. He even helped me troubleshoot my insurance policy, as it was my first one." N Henry, an existing customer weighing electric against gas, wrote about a related conversation with the service team: "We even had a short convo on electric vs. gas vs. hybrid vehicle which I found insightful," adding that the visit wrapped up "with no upselling or unnecessary 'repairs.'"
Frequently asked questions
Should I get Single Motor or Twin Motor on the Plus?
If maximizing range between charges matters most — especially for buyers without daily access to home charging — Single Motor's 296-mile EPA rating is the strongest number in the lineup. If you want all-wheel-drive traction or the quicker 4.6-second 0-60, Twin Motor is the $1,750 upgrade, at the cost of roughly 36 miles of range.
Does the Plus have all-wheel drive?
Only if you choose the Twin Motor configuration. The Single Motor Extended Range version, which carries the base $55,150 MSRP, is rear-wheel drive only.
Is the panoramic roof standard on the Plus?
Yes — it's included on every EX40 Plus, along with the 360-degree camera and the cabin air purification system with remote pre-cleaning. None of those are optional add-ons on this trim.
What's the price gap between Plus and Ultra?
Ultra starts at $60,750 MSRP against the Plus's $55,150 base (Single Motor) or $56,900 (Twin Motor) — a gap of roughly $3,850 to $5,600 depending on which Plus configuration you're comparing it to, before destination on either.
Test-drive a Plus this week
The Plus is typically the deeper-stocked EX40 trim on the lot at Volvo Cars Brooklyn, 148 39th Street, usually with both powertrains represented so you can feel the difference back to back. Or start the whole purchase from your phone and let the dealership's online buying process and Volvo Valet delivery handle the rest.
MSRP figures exclude the $1,395 destination charge, taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; actual selling price is set by the dealer. Range and efficiency figures are EPA estimates; actual range varies with conditions, temperature, and driving habits. Equipment and availability can change with production timing — confirm current specs with Volvo Cars Brooklyn. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Volvo Cars Brooklyn.