Compare performance (190 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Volvo XC40?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SsangYong Korando is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,771 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC40 uses 6.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 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 barely more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Korando is very slightly faster – reaching 191 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers somewhat more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is moderately lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC40 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,328 L, about 80 L more than the SsangYong Korando.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries slightly more – 532 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
The SsangYong Korando 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.
The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
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
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 197 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
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
4,425 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
1,652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Volvo
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