2026 Volvo EX40 Interior Features, Dimensions, & Cargo Space Available
The 2026 Volvo EX40 interior surrounds you with a distinctly modern, Scandinavian-inspired atmosphere shaped by thoughtful materials and clean, purposeful design. Inside, the EX40 balances comfort and functionality through features that enhance daily driving while maintaining a refined environment. Continue reading this guide created by the team at McLaughlin Volvo Cars, highlighting the 2026 Volvo EX40 interior to explore features in detail.
Learn more in our Volvo EX40 review, which covers performance, range, and exterior features.
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2026 Volvo EX40 Interior Comfort & Design Features
Inside the 2026 Volvo EX40, a clean, sculpted cabin is elevated by premium materials and ambient illumination that create a calm, modern space. A panoramic roof enhances the sense of openness, while additional standard features like heated, power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support and cushion extensions help reduce fatigue during longer drives. Thoughtful additions on the upper Black Edition Ultra trim, such as heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a crystal gear selector by Orrefors®, bring both everyday practicality and elevated detail into your routine.
Standard comfort and design features:
- Panoramic roof
- Connect suede textile/Microtech seat upholstery
- Heated, power comfort front seats with four-way power lumbar and manual cushion extensions
- Driver’s seat memory
- Power-folding rear head restraints
- Tailored sport steering wheel with mounted controls
- Sculpted gear selector
- High-level interior illumination
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Two-zone automatic climate control with humidity sensor
- Foldable load floor with cargo divider and grocery bag holder
Comfort and design features included on higher trims:
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors
Optional comfort and design features:
- Digital rearview camera mirror
2026 Volvo EX40 Interior Dimensions & Cargo Space
Space in the 2026 Volvo EX40 is carefully proportioned to ensure passenger comfort and flexible cargo capability. With seating for five and generous legroom, shoulder room, and headroom across both rows, the cabin allows you and your passengers to settle in comfortably, whether commuting or traveling longer distances. Standard split-folding rear seats, a foldable trunk floor, and up to 57.5 cubic feet of cargo space make it easy to adapt the interior for larger items, while a power tailgate simplifies loading in everyday situations.
See the following interior specifications:
- Seating Capacity: Five
- Legroom (Front/Rear): 40.9 / 36.1 in.
- Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 56.7 / 56.3 in.
- Hip room (Front/Rear): 54.7 / 54.6 in.
- Max. Headroom (Front/Rear): 37.5 / 38.3 in.
- Max. Cargo Capacity with Rear Seats Up: 18.9 cu.-ft.
- Cargo Capacity with Rear Seats Folded: 57.5 cu.-ft.
2026 Volvo EX40 Interior Technology Features
The 2026 Volvo EX40 seamlessly integrates advanced technologies to keep you connected, informed, and entertained. A standard 12.3-inch driver information display and 9-inch infotainment touchscreen work together with Google built-in, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™ to provide intuitive access to navigation, media, and vehicle settings. Wireless charging and USB-C ports are also standard, ensuring your devices stay powered. The available Harman Kardon® premium audio system delivers a rich and immersive audio experience on every drive.
Standard connectivity and audio tech:
- 12.3-in. driver information display
- 9-in. infotainment touchscreen
- Eight-speaker high-performance audio system with Air Woofer Technology™
- HD Radio™
- Bluetooth®
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Google built-in
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Volvo Cars app remote capability
- Wireless charging
- USB-C ports
- HomeLink® universal transceiver
Connectivity and audio tech included on higher trims:
- 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium surround sound system with air-ventilated subwoofer
2026 Volvo EX40 Interior Driver Assistance & Safety Features
Confidence behind the wheel of the 2026 Volvo EX40 is reinforced through a comprehensive suite of driver assistance technologies designed for awareness and control. Systems such as the 360-degree camera, park assist, and BLIS™ (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert help you navigate tight spaces and busy environments with ease. On the Black Edition Ultra trim, the Pilot Assist system contributes to smoother highway driving by helping maintain speed, distance, and lane positioning in real-world traffic conditions.
Standard driver assist and safety features:
- 360-degree camera
- Front, rear, and side park assist
- Hill descent control
- Hill start assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- BLIS and cross-traffic alert
- Rear collision mitigation support
- Lane keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
- Road sign information
- Slippery road alert
- Security alarm
Driver assist and safety features included on higher trims:
- Pilot Assist
- Power child safety lock
Volvo EX40 FAQs
What standard technology features are included in the EX40?
- 12.3-in. driver information display
- 9-in. infotainment touchscreen
- Eight-speaker high-performance audio system with Air Woofer Technology
- HD Radio
- Bluetooth
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Google built-in
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability
- Volvo Cars app remote capability
- Wireless charging
- USB-C ports
- HomeLink universal transceiver
What materials and interior color options are available for the 2026 Volvo EX40?
- Charcoal
- Connect suede textile/Microtech
- Fusion Microtech/textile
- Dawn
- Fusion Microtech/textile
2025 Volvo EX40 Interior Features, Dimensions, & Cargo Space Available
The 2025 Volvo EX40, formerly the Volvo XC40 Recharge, is a two-row electric vehicle (EV) designed with Swedish-inspired style and filled with premium amenities. The EX40 embodies an environmentally-friendly lifestyle with seating materials that are responsibly sourced and partially recycled. It also integrates intuitive technology and advanced driver assistance and safety systems. Discover the features available in the cabin of the 2025 Volvo EX40 by browsing this interior guide crafted by the team at McLaughlin Volvo Cars in Moline, IL.
If you’d like to explore the battery specs, driving range, and exterior colors available with this Volvo EV, be sure to also check out our Volvo EX40 review.
The new Volvo EX40 is available now, and you can find it in our inventory and use our online form to schedule a test drive. Our Volvo Cars dealership is near Bettendorf and Davenport, IA — use our directions to plan your in-person visit. Have questions for our team? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or send us a message.
Interior Comfort & Design Features
As you and your crew enter the 2025 Volvo EX40, you’ll notice customizable creature comforts, room for five passengers, and eco-conscious materials. The interior of the EX40 is offered in various leather-free seat upholsteries, including premium textile, Microtech, Microtech and textile, and suede and textile. Front passengers can adjust their seats as needed, thanks to standard heat settings, four-way lumbar support, manual cushion extension, and available power reclining. Rear-seat passengers will appreciate the available heated second-row outboard seats designed to help them stave off winter’s chills.
Available interior and comfort features include:
- Panoramic roof
- Premium textile, Microtech, Microtech and textile, or suede and textile seat upholstery
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats with four-way lumbar support and manual cushion extension
- Driver’s seat with memory settings
- Second-row with mechanical release and power-folding head restraints
- Heated second-row seats
- High-level interior illumination
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Heated steering wheel
- Two-zone climate system
Interior Dimensions & Cargo Space
You’ll find a wide array of cargo solutions inside the 2025 Volvo EX40. When you use the mechanical second-row release to fold the rear seats down, you’ll have access to up to 57.5 cubic feet of cargo space. This space is easily accessible through the standard power-operated tailgate. The flat load floor has no lip to lift objects over, making it easy to place items inside your EX40. You’ll also appreciate being able to fold the cargo compartment floor to create a cargo divider. Beneath the cargo floor, you can find a hidden, lockable storage compartment great for keeping your gear secure.
Interior dimensions are shown in the accompanying table.
Max. Passenger Capacity | Five |
Max. Cargo Space | 57.5 cu.-ft. |
Cargo Space Behind Second Row | 16 cu.-ft. |
Max. Front Load Compartment Space | 1.1 cu.-ft. |
Headroom (Front/Rear) | 37.6 / 38.3 in. |
Shoulder Room (Front/Rear) | 56.7 / 56.3 in. |
Legroom (Front/Rear) | 40.9 / 36.1 in. |
Hip Room (Front/Rear) | 54.7 / 54.6 in. |
Interior Technology Features
Discover efficient, easy-to-reach technology inside the 2025 Volvo EX40. Using the standard dashboard-integrated 9-inch infotainment display, you’ll be able to link to your smartphone with Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™. Keep your smartphone fully charged thanks to the standard wireless charging pad. With the standard 12.3-inch driver instrument display, you can quickly confirm your vehicle’s status and watch for updates. Amplify your favorite music or podcasts through the available 13-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system.
Available technology features include:
- 12.3-in. driver display
- 9-in. center infotainment display
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bluetooth®
- HD Radio™
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Wireless phone charging
- Volvo Cars app
- 12V cargo compartment power outlet
- HomeLink® exterior home appliance controls
- 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system
Interior Driver Assistance Safety Features
The 2025 Volvo EX40 is well-equipped with a diverse array of driver assistance and safety systems. You’ll be able to monitor your surroundings with help from standard BLIS™ (blind spot information system) and cross-traffic alert. An available 360-degree camera offered on higher-level trims improves your ability to see the vehicles and potential obstacles around you. Turn to adaptive cruise control and pilot assist (steering and speed assist) to handle highway driving with confidence.
Available driver assistance and safety features include:
- BLIS and cross-traffic alert
- Hill descent control
- Rear collision mitigation support
- Lane-keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
- Rear park assist camera
- Road sign information
- Slippery road alert
- 360-degree camera
- Front, rear, and side park assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Pilot assist (steering and speed assist)
Test Drive a New Volvo EX40 at McLaughlin Volvo Cars
Take a look at our new Volvo EX40 inventory to find one with the interior features you want, and schedule a test drive to get a feel for it in person. You can also stop by our Volvo Cars dealership in Moline, IL, at your convenience — view business hours and directions to plan your visit. If you have questions or would like to inquire about a particular model, reach out to us online or by calling us at (309) 490-8208, and we'll be happy to assist you.
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