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Peugeot 5008 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (39,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 5008 or Volvo EC40?

Peugeot 5008 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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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

5008

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 5008 is a bit cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,226 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 5008. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 5008 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 669 km, about 84 km more than the Volvo EC40.

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 325 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Peugeot 5008 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers markedly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

5008

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.

Seats: Peugeot 5008 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 5008 is visibly lighter – 1,700 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers a bit more boot space – 404 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 5008 carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 holds a narrow 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 £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 486 - 585 km
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Peugeot 5008

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Reviews Peugeot 5008

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Gérard D
14 Dec 2025, 08:41:40

The family car par excellence: a big boot, three equal and adjustable seats in the second row, two extra easily accessible seats, an engine that’s more than adequate... everything is excellent except for the slightly high price.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,300 - 54,300 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,700 - 2,344 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
596 - 640 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot 5008 have?

The Peugeot 5008 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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