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Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Volvo EC40?

Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo EC40

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Rocks Electric

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,686 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 510 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

EC40

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 EC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 434 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo EC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 1,507 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more boot space – 404 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 341 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries significantly more – 435 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 293 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Volvo EC40

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
558 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
142 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
40 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Volvo
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