Compare the2026 Jeep ReconVS 2026 Volvo EX40

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, All-Wheel Drive is standard on the Recon. But it costs extra on the EX40.

The Jeep Recon’s 360-degree camera has integrated front and rear camera washers, ensuring clear, all-weather visibility without the need for manual cleaning. In contrast, the Volvo EX40 lacks camera washers, requiring you to manually clean the cameras for optimal performance.

Both the Recon and the EX40 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors, rear cross-path warning and driver alert monitors.

The Jeep Recon weighs 1489 to 1705 pounds more than the Volvo EX40. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

Jeep’s powertrain warranty covers the Recon 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Volvo covers the EX40. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the EX40 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are over 8 times as many Jeep dealers as there are Volvo dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Recon’s warranty.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2025 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Jeep vehicles are better in initial quality than Volvo vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Jeep above average in initial quality. With 72 more problems per 100 vehicles, Volvo is rated below average.

The Recon’s electric motors produces 402 more horsepower (650 vs. 248) and 310 lbs.-ft. more torque (620 vs. 310) than the EX40 Single Motor’s standard electric motor. The Recon’s electric motors produces 248 more horsepower (650 vs. 402) and 126 lbs.-ft. more torque (620 vs. 494) than the EX40 Twin Motor’s optional electric motors.

For better stopping power the Recon’s brake rotors are larger than those on the EX40:

The Recon’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the EX40 are solid, not vented.

For better traction, the Recon has larger tires than the EX40 (265/70R18 vs. 235/50R19).

The Recon has a standard full size spare tire so a flat doesn’t interrupt your trip. A full size spare isn’t available on the EX40; it requires you to depend on roadside assistance and your vehicle will have to be towed.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Recon’s wheelbase is 6.5 inches longer than on the EX40 (112.9 inches vs. 106.4 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the Recon is 3 inches wider in the front and 2.8 inches wider in the rear than on the EX40.

For greater off-road capability the Recon has a 2.2 inches greater minimum ground clearance than the EX40 (9.1 vs. 6.9 inches), allowing the Recon to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged.

The Recon has 13.3 cubic feet more passenger volume than the EX40 (111.3 vs. 98).

The Recon has 4.7 inches more front headroom, .5 inches more front legroom, .5 inches more front hip room, 1.9 inches more front shoulder room, 2.3 inches more rear headroom, 2.4 inches more rear legroom, .4 inches more rear hip room and 1.3 inches more rear shoulder room than the EX40.

The Recon has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the EX40 with its rear seat up (30.3 vs. 18.9 cubic feet). The Recon has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the EX40 with its rear seat folded (65.9 vs. 57.5 cubic feet).

The Recon’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the EX40’s (3300 vs. 2000 pounds).

Trailer Sway Control is standard on the Recon, using the Electronic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. A trailer sway program costs extra on the EX40.

The Recon’s standard easy entry system glides the driver’s seat back, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The EX40 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

Heated windshield washer nozzles are standard on the Recon to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. Heated windshield washer nozzles cost extra on the EX40.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the Recon keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The EX40 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

The Recon has a standard heated steering wheel to take the chill out of steering on extremely cold winter days before the vehicle heater warms up. A heated steering wheel costs extra on the EX40.

The Recon has a 115-volt a/c outlet on the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The EX40 doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

The Recon’s Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The EX40 doesn’t offer an automated parking system.