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Peugeot 5008 vs Volvo EC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (325 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (37600 £ vs 46600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 5008 or Volvo EC40?

Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo EC40

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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37600 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9026 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EC40: with 16.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 5008 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 669 km, about 85 km more than the Volvo EC40.

EC40

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 EC40 has a evident edge – offering 442 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Peugeot 5008 takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 5008 performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 670 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

5008

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot 5008 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Peugeot 5008 is evident lighter – 1700 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers to a small extent more room – 404 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 5008 performs clearly better – up to 2232 L, which is about 1036 L more than the Volvo EC40.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 5008 evident takes the win – 640 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 5008 is far ahead overall 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.

Peugeot 5008
Volvo EC40

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5008

Peugeot 5008

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 669 km

Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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The Peugeot 5008 blends Peugeot's sharp design with the space and versatility families actually need, wrapping clever packaging and a premium-feeling cabin in a crisp, SUV-like silhouette. It drives with more poise than you'd expect from a people carrier, serves up practical touches and flexible seating for everyday chaos, and still looks good when parked outside the school gates.

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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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Peugeot 5008
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
37600 - 54200 £
Price
46600 - 59000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1700 - 2344 kg
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4791 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1895 mm
Width
1873 mm
Height
1694 mm
Height
1591 mm
Max trunk capacity
2178 - 2232 L
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
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
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
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
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
Is the Peugeot 5008 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.