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BMW X7 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Volvo XC40?

BMW X7 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

BMW X7

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially 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

X7

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 X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC40 uses 6.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

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 BMW X7 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC40 is substantially lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 802 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries visibly more – 760 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X7 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.

from £91,300
X7

BMW X7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 352 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8 - 12.1 L/100km
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The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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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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Pim de Bruijn
15 Jun 2026, 14:27:59

After many new Volvos — including a V70 and an XC90 — I've now bought a lightly used XC40 from the dealer. In every respect it was the best choice.

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Trentini Paolo
7 May 2026, 13:45:44

Delivered a few days ago — a radical change after 5 VW Golfs, most recently a T‑Roc.

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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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BMW X7
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
210 - 274 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the BMW X7?

The BMW X7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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