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Honda e:Ny1 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or Volvo EC40?

Honda e:Ny1 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

e:Ny1

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.

Honda e:Ny1 is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,114 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the Honda e:Ny1. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 173 km more than the Honda e:Ny1.

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 considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Honda e:Ny1 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

e:Ny1

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda e:Ny1 is somewhat lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers somewhat more boot space – 404 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries slightly more – 435 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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
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Reviews Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Yvissa
18 Mar 2026, 18:52:54

Good car, good power, but average range and it lacks a trip planner. Still, it’s not too much of a problem.

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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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Reviews Volvo EC40

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Honda e:Ny1
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
412 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4,387 mm
Length
-
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
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
Honda
Brand
Volvo
Is the Honda e:Ny1 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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