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Nissan Qashqai vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
Nissan Qashqai
Volvo XC40

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Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

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Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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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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Nissan Qashqai
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Volvo
Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or 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.