Compare performance (150 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kamiq or Volvo XC40?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Kamiq is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,494 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kamiq uses 5.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.
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 XC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Kamiq is moderately faster – reaching 216 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is noticeably lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 457 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers moderately more boot space – 452 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,395 L, about 67 L more than the Volvo XC40.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries barely more – 539 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Skoda Kamiq leads convincingly 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.
The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.
detailsThe Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.
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Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
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Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
121 - 128 g/km
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co2
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
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Curb weight
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4,241 mm
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Length
4,425 mm
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Width
1,793 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
1,562 mm
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Height
1,652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,395 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
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Payload
439 - 539 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Volvo
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