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SEAT Ateca vs Volvo EX40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (25100 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or Volvo EX40?

SEAT Ateca

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Volvo EX40

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

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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.

SEAT Ateca has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 17743 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX40 has a significantly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ateca performs slightly better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is decisively lighter – 1345 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers a bit more room – 510 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs somewhat better – up to 1604 L, which is about 204 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca hardly perceptible takes the win – 525 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX40 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £42,800
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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
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
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SEAT Ateca

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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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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
25100 - 36900 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4381 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?

The SEAT Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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