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Suzuki Across vs Volvo XC40 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Across or Volvo XC40?

Suzuki Across

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Across @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC40 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Suzuki Across costs 49900 £. That’s a price difference of around 13115 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Across manages with 1 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 5.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Suzuki Across has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 306 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Across is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Volvo XC40 is distinct lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Across offers hardly perceptible more room – 490 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Suzuki Across performs somewhat better – up to 1604 L, which is about 276 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 slightly takes the win – 532 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Suzuki Across proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Suzuki Across is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Suzuki Across
Volvo XC40

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Across @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

Suzuki Across

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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Suzuki Across

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Suzuki Across is Suzuki's take on a roomy, efficient plug-in SUV handed down from its Toyota cousin, marrying sensible practicality with a polished, grown-up driving character. It won't thrill those chasing sporty drama, but for buyers who value measured refinement, low running costs and lots of usable space, it's an unexpectedly accomplished and subtly premium package.

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Volvo XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
49900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4635 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1690 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
306 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
225 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Suzuki Across have?

The Suzuki Across is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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