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Toyota Corolla vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Volvo EX40?

Toyota Corolla vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter

Volvo EX40

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space

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

Corolla

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 Corolla is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,271 £.

EX40

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX40 offers significantly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 264 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

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

Corolla

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 Corolla is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers moderately more boot space – 410 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX40 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,400 L, about 348 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries only slightly more – 480 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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.

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EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
Toyota Corolla
Volvo EX40

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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Toyota Corolla
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
42,800 - 58,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
100 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,400 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
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