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Skoda Superb Combi vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (36,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Superb Combi or Volvo EX40?

Skoda Superb Combi vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Skoda Superb Combi

  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Volvo EX40

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Superb Combi

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.

Skoda Superb Combi is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,763 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 439 km more than the Skoda Superb Combi.

EX40

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 EX40 offers significantly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi is noticeably faster – reaching 232 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

Superb Combi

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,920 L, about 520 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries somewhat more – 584 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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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 : 480 - 576 km
Skoda Superb Combi
Volvo EX40

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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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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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Skoda Superb Combi
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Price
42,800 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
28 - 178 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,902 mm
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,482 mm
Height
1,647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,920 L
Max trunk capacity
1,400 L
Payload
497 - 584 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
232 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Volvo
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