Volvo EX40 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2026 Volvo EX40 as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2026):
The Volvo EX40 is classified by the EPA as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD.
Volvo EX40 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 94 |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 106 |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 94 |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 106 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Volvo EX40 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Volvo EX40?
The EPA classifies the Volvo EX40 as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Volvo EX40 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD), the Volvo EX40 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.