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Suzuki Jimny vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (25,300 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or Volvo XC40?

Suzuki Jimny vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Suzuki Jimny

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Jimny

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Jimny is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC40 uses 6.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Jimny

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo XC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 523 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries significantly more – 532 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 262 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC40 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.

from £41,900
XC40

Volvo XC40

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.5 L/100km
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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
173 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3,645 mm
Length
-
Width
1,645 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
270 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
130 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Suzuki Jimny?

The Suzuki Jimny is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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