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Peugeot 5008 vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (38,900 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 5008 or Volvo EX40?

Peugeot 5008 vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Peugeot 5008 is slightly cheaper – starting at 38,900 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,326 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX40 is barely more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 5008. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 5008 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 669 km, about 93 km more than the Volvo EX40.

EX40

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 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 EX40 is substantially 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 EX40 delivers noticeably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

5008

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 5008 is somewhat lighter – 1,700 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers slightly more boot space – 410 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 5008 carries visibly more – 640 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 has the upper hand 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 £45,200
EX40

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
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Peugeot 5008

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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Reviews Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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 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
38,900 - 54,300 £
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
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
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,700 - 2,344 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
348 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
596 - 640 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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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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