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Citroen Holidays vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or Volvo EX40?

Citroen Holidays vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Citroen Holidays

Volvo EX40

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  • considerably more power
  • marginally lighter

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.

Both models are evenly matched in price – each starts at 42,800 £ .

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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 EX40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo EX40 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Citroen Holidays tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

EX40

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 EX40 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EX40 is marginally lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,235 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Holidays carries considerably more – 865 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 385 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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 £42,800
EX40

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
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Citroen Holidays

The Citroën Holidays wraps the brand's cheerful French charm into a holiday-ready package, with cosy, flexible interiors and styling that makes every errand feel like the start of a mini break. It won't thrill the petrolhead, but as a clever, easygoing companion for family getaways and weekend escapes it delivers exactly what most buyers want: comfort, personality and a mischievous sense of fun.

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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
42,800 - 45,400 £
Price
42,800 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
208 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,235 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,981 mm
Length
4,440 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,990 mm
Height
1,647 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,400 L
Payload
865 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 180 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
370 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 132 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Citroen Holidays have?

The Citroen Holidays is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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