Compare performance (609 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Volvo XC40?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Volvo XC40 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1800 £.
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 Kia EV6 has a significantly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 412 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls clearly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.
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, Volvo XC40 is a bit lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers hardly perceptible more room – 490 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC40 performs minimal better – up to 1328 L, which is about 38 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 to a small extent takes the win – 532 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.
The Kia EV6 is decisively ahead 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.
The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
detailsThe 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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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
36800 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
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Curb weight
1688 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1328 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.