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Skoda Superb Limousine vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Superb Limousine or Volvo XC40?

Skoda Superb Limousine vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

Volvo XC40

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

Superb Limousine

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 Limousine is very slightly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,705 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Limousine uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

XC40

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 Skoda Superb Limousine offers noticeably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Limousine is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Superb Limousine is noticeably faster – reaching 248 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Superb Limousine delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Superb Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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 Superb Limousine is only slightly lighter – 1,559 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 129 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers visibly more boot space – 645 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,795 L, about 467 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Limousine carries very slightly more – 580 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Limousine is far ahead 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.

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Superb Limousine

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 132 - 140 km
Skoda Superb Limousine
Volvo XC40

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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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Volvo XC40

The 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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Skoda Superb Limousine
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 51,300 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
132 - 140 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
26 - 175 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,559 - 1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,481 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,795 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
485 - 580 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
248 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

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