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Peugeot Expert Transporter vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (32,100 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Transporter or Volvo EC40?

Peugeot Expert Transporter vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Peugeot Expert Transporter

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Expert Transporter

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 Expert Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,100 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,404 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is significantly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 23.6 kWh/100km for the Peugeot Expert Transporter. That’s a difference of about 7.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 233 km more than the Peugeot Expert Transporter.

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 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Peugeot Expert Transporter takes 10.5 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Expert Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Transporter carries considerably more – 1,226 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 791 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is clearly superior 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.

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
Peugeot Expert Transporter
Volvo EC40

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Peugeot Expert Transporter

The Peugeot Expert is a practical, no-nonsense work van that combines a car‑like driving feel with a tough, flexible load area — perfect for tradespeople who want comfort on the road and durability on the job. It won’t turn heads for glamour, but its sensible packaging, clever storage and dependable nature make it a smart, low-drama choice for buyers who need a proper transporter.

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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 Expert Transporter
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,100 - 48,100 £
Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
840 - 1,226 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
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