Compare performance (205 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (29600 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Volvo XC40?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Nissan Qashqai has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7157 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
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 Nissan Qashqai has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 205 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.60 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs somewhat better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls slight stronger with 330 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers a bit more room – 504 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1447 L, which is about 119 L more than the Volvo XC40.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 slight takes the win – 532 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
Overall, the Nissan Qashqai shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Price
36800 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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co2
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
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Curb weight
1688 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4425 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Height
1652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Max trunk capacity
1328 L
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Payload
466 - 520 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 205 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 151 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Volvo
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.