Compare performance (392 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Volvo EC40?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 849 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 offers moderately more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers barely more torque with 670 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries only slightly more – 480 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Volvo EC40 is clearly superior overall 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.
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Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
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Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
486 - 585 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,873 mm
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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
480 kg
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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