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Casalini 550 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (17,000 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Casalini 550 or Volvo EC40?

Casalini 550 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Casalini 550

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Casalini 550 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,503 £.

EC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 434 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 642 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 1,640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers substantially more boot space – 404 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 404 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries noticeably more – 435 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Casalini 550 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £17,000
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Casalini 550

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
Casalini 550
Volvo EC40

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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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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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Casalini 550
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
20 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
3,000 mm
Length
-
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
273 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 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
45 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
28 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Casalini
Brand
Volvo
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