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Mazda CX-80 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (49,300 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or Volvo XC40?

Mazda CX-80 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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-80

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC40 is moderately cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-80 offers visibly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

CX-80

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC40 is markedly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 443 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 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 £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 60 km
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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Reviews Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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Lrs
3 May 2026, 21:06:02

Good chunk of steel on steroids

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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4.9 (8 Reviews)
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Pim de Bruijn
15 Jun 2026, 14:27:59

After many new Volvos — including a V70 and an XC90 — I've now bought a lightly used XC40 from the dealer. In every respect it was the best choice.

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Trentini Paolo
7 May 2026, 13:45:44

Delivered a few days ago — a radical change after 5 VW Golfs, most recently a T‑Roc.

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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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Mazda CX-80
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
60 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
91 - 146 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-80 have?

The Mazda CX-80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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