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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Volvo EC40?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ceed Sportswagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,286 £.

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 considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 302 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 417 Nm more.

Ceed Sportswagon

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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is clearly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 730 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon carries somewhat more – 485 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is far ahead 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 £46,600
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 : 488 - 584 km
Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo EC40

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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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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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
1,591 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
Payload
463 - 485 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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