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BMW iX vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Volvo XC40?

BMW iX vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX

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.

Volvo XC40 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,666 £.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers substantially more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 715 Nm more.

iX

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 XC40 is significantly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 837 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries marginally more – 575 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is decisively ahead 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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BMW iX
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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