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Kia XCeed vs Volvo EX40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Volvo EX40?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Volvo EX40

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

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia XCeed has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 19714 £.

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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 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Kia XCeed is significantly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 689 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers barely noticeable more room – 426 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX40 performs minimal better – up to 1400 L, which is about 22 L more than the Kia XCeed.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX40 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 £42,800
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Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
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Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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