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Aixam Minauto vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or Volvo EC40?

Aixam Minauto vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Aixam Minauto

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo EC40

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Minauto

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Aixam Minauto is clearly cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,600 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 510 km more than the Aixam Minauto.

EC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 434 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo EC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Minauto is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 1,640 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries considerably more – 435 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Minauto holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £9,900
Minauto

Aixam Minauto

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
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Aixam Minauto

The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aixam
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Aixam Minauto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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