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Mazda CX-60 vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-60 or Volvo EX40?

Mazda CX-60 vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly 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

CX-60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-60 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,577 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 513 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers markedly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers moderately more torque with 670 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

CX-60

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, Mazda CX-60 is barely lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-60 offers markedly more boot space – 570 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-60 carries visibly more – 612 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £45,200
EX40

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
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Reviews Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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Leo
7 Mar 2026, 11:15:10

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15 Feb 2026, 18:05:07

A car with lots of problems — more trips to the garage than anything else.

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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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Mazda CX-60
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
85 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
581 - 612 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-60 have?

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

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