Honda ZR-V vs Volvo EX40 – Which car suits you better?

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

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

Honda ZR-V has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6077 £.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 442 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo EX40 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Honda ZR-V is noticeable lighter – 1660 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers hardly perceptible more room – 410 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX40 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1400 L, which is about 88 L more than the Honda ZR-V.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

All in all, the Volvo EX40 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.