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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or Volvo XC40?

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Astra Sports Tourer

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

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 XC40 offers very slightly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Astra Sports Tourer

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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is moderately lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries barely more – 532 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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.

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Astra Sports Tourer

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 445 km
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Volvo XC40

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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Volvo
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