Compare performance (170 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (34,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Volvo EC40?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Interstar is noticeably cheaper – starting at 34,900 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,685 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 174 km more than the Nissan Interstar.
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 EC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Volvo EC40 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Nissan Interstar tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is very slightly lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Interstar offers clearly more capacity – up to 13,000 L, about 11,804 L more than the Volvo EC40.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,012 kg.
The Nissan Interstar comes out modestly ahead 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.
The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.
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The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.
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Price
34,900 - 55,700 £
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Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
175 - 410 km
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 195 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
3 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,535 kg
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Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
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Length
4,440 mm
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Width
2,080 mm
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Width
1,873 mm
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Height
2,498 mm
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Height
1,591 mm
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Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
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Payload
965 - 1,447 kg
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
105 - 170 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
115 - 177 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
77 - 125 kW
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Volvo
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