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Mazda CX-80 vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (327 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (49300 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or Volvo XC40?

Mazda CX-80

Volvo XC40

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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 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda CX-80 manages with 4 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

XC40

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 Mazda CX-80 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 327 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.80 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-80 pulls decisively stronger with 550 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

CX-80

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 443 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers convincingly more room – 452 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 to a small extent takes the win – 650 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-80 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-80 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 60 km
Mazda CX-80
Volvo XC40

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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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Volvo XC40

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The 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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Mazda CX-80
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
49300 - 61400 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
60 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
91 - 146 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
4425 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
-
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
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
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
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
2488 - 3283 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-80?

The Mazda CX-80 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.