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BMW i7 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Volvo EC40?

BMW i7 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

BMW i7

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo EC40 is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,808 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BMW i7. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 39 km more than the Volvo EC40.

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 BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers markedly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Volvo EC40 is clearly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 shows a few small advantages 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 £99,300
i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Volvo EC40

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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