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Vauxhall Corsa vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or Volvo XC40?

Vauxhall Corsa vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly 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

Corsa

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Corsa is substantially cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 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 noticeably more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Corsa

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 Corsa is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries moderately more – 532 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa 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 £19,600
Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 357 - 429 km
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Vauxhall Corsa

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Volvo XC40

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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5 (6 Reviews)
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Trentini Paolo
7 May 2026, 13:45:44

Delivered a few days ago — a radical change after 5 VW Golfs, most recently a T‑Roc.

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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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