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Ford Capri vs Volvo XC40 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Capri or Volvo XC40 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Capri has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 420 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Capri has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Capri pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

Capri @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is a bit lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1914 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Capri offers distinct more room – 572 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Capri performs a bit better – up to 1510 L, which is about 182 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Ford Capri minimal takes the win – 587 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Capri proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Capri is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,300
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Ford Capri

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 16.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 374 - 627 km

Ford Capri

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The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Ford Capri
Volvo XC40
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36300 - 50900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
374 - 627 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1914 - 2174 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
567 - 572 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4634 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1872 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1626 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1505 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
570 - 587 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
Is the Ford Capri offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Capri is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.