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Volvo EC40 vs Fiat Ulysse comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Fiat Ulysse?

Volvo EC40 vs Fiat Ulysse: Key differences

Volvo EC40

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  • considerably more power
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Fiat Ulysse

  • markedly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Ulysse is markedly cheaper – starting at 38,200 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,314 £.

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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 EC40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Fiat Ulysse offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Ulysse is barely lighter – 1,946 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Ulysse offers considerably more boot space – 800 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 396 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Ulysse carries clearly more – 924 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 489 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 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 £46,500
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 486 - 585 km
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Volvo EC40
Fiat Ulysse

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Price
38,200 - 45,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
186 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
7 - 8
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,946 - 1,977 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,873 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
924 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Fiat
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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