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Hyundai Tucson vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Volvo XC40?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Tucson has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 15865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

XC40

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 Hyundai Tucson has a distinct edge – offering 288 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slightly better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 79 Nm difference.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is barely noticeable lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs evident better – up to 1799 L, which is about 471 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Tucson shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £20,900
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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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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5 (2 Reviews)
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5 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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