BMW iX2 vs Volvo XC40 – Differences & prices compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo XC40 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the BMW iX2 costs 43100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6352 £.

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 iX2 has a noticeable edge – offering 313 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX2 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX2 pulls evident stronger with 494 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Volvo XC40 is to a small extent lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1960 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW iX2 offers to a small extent more room – 525 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX2 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1400 L, which is about 72 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 minimal takes the win – 532 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Our conclusion: The BMW iX2 proves to be dominates this comparison and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, BMW iX2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.