Compare performance (190 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Volvo XC40?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Korando has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9771 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC40 manages with 6.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC40 has a slight edge – offering 197 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Korando performs minimal better – 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: SsangYong Korando pulls slightly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, SsangYong Korando is to a small extent lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers slightly more room – 551 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC40 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1328 L, which is about 80 L more than the SsangYong Korando.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 to a small extent takes the win – 532 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Overall, the SsangYong Korando shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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
27000 - 42000 £
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Price
36800 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
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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
1517 - 1840 kg
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Curb weight
1688 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4450 - 4465 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1620 - 1645 mm
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Height
1652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1248 L
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Max trunk capacity
1328 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
8.40 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
1497 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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Model Year
2024
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.