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Vauxhall Mokka vs Volvo EX40 – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Vauxhall Mokka meets Volvo EX40.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Mokka has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22900 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 19928 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Mokka: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Volvo EX40 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX40 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 576 km, about 173 km more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX40 has a evident edge – offering 442 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Vauxhall Mokka takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Mokka performs somewhat better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls decisively stronger with 670 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm difference.

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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, Vauxhall Mokka is decisively lighter – 1294 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 746 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers slightly more room – 410 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX40 performs distinct better – up to 1400 L, which is about 295 L more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 a bit takes the win – 480 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX40 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.

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Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
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Vauxhall Mokka

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The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22900 - 40500 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1294 - 1672 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4150 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1787 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
388 - 400 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Mokka?

The Vauxhall Mokka is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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