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BYD ETP3 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Volvo XC40?

BYD ETP3 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly lighter

Volvo XC40

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  • visibly more power

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD ETP3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,142 £.

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 Volvo XC40 offers visibly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo XC40 is significantly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo XC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is very slightly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 2,172 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 248 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 holds a slight edge 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.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Electric Range : 233 km
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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 XC40

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BYD ETP3
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Volvo
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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