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Hyundai Tucson vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Volvo EC40?

Hyundai Tucson vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tucson

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.

Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,257 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 515 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

EC40

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 EC40 offers noticeably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm more.

Tucson

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, Hyundai Tucson is visibly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 523 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 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
Hyundai Tucson
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Volvo
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