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BMW X3 vs Volvo EX40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Volvo EX40?

BMW X3

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Volvo EX40

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

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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 EX40 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 8409 £.

As for range, the Volvo EX40 performs decisively better – achieving up to 576 km, about 488 km more than the BMW X3.

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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 EX40 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 442 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW X3 is minimal lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs slightly better – up to 1700 L, which is about 300 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX40 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX40 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
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BMW X3

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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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