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Mercedes EQE SUV vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE SUV or Volvo EX40?

Mercedes EQE SUV vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Mercedes EQE SUV

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Volvo EX40

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat 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

EQE SUV

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo EX40 is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,305 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX40 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE SUV. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 611 km, about 35 km more than the Volvo EX40.

EX40

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 Mercedes EQE SUV offers noticeably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Volvo EX40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers noticeably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

EQE SUV

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EX40 is somewhat lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries a bit more – 580 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV holds a decisive overall lead 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 £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 453 - 611 km
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Mercedes EQE SUV

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Volvo EX40

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Marco
24 Jun 2026, 10:14:05

I find them to be two models that aren't comparable,
the Model Y is much longer and wider.
I would choose the Model Y if it were within 4.50 meters in length.

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Bent
16 May 2026, 19:14:01

Stable car and generally good build quality — but I hate the Google and infotainment systems, which both seem designed to irritate the user as much as possible.
I'm looking at a Toyota B4ZX AWD when the lease on my EX40 expires. I need to be able to tow 1,500 kg, but without going broke.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Price
45,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Length
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Width
1,940 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 580 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQE SUV have?

The Mercedes EQE SUV is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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