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BYD ETP3 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Volvo EC40?

BYD ETP3 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

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.

BYD ETP3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,914 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 352 km more than the BYD ETP3.

EC40

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 Volvo EC40 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Volvo EC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is visibly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries significantly more – 780 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 345 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 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 £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 486 - 585 km
BYD ETP3
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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BYD ETP3
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
-
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Volvo
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