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Toyota C-HR vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or Volvo EC40?

Toyota C-HR vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

C-HR

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.

Toyota C-HR is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,486 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 518 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

EC40

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 Volvo EC40 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

C-HR

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is clearly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers very slightly more boot space – 447 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries very slightly more – 435 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £46,600
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 488 - 584 km
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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
66 km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
52 - 116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
1,591 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Toyota C-HR have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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