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Volvo EC40 vs Honda Prelude – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Volvo EC40 or Honda Prelude fits your lifestyle better.

Volvo EC40

Honda Prelude

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Prelude has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4192 £.

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 has a convincingly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Prelude performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls clearly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm difference.

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: Volvo EC40 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers evident more room – 404 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EC40 performs distinct better – up to 1196 L, which is about 436 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EC40 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EC40 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Volvo EC40
Honda Prelude

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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
  • Electric Range : 488 - 584 km
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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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Honda Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46600 - 59000 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1873 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1591 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Honda

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What drivetrain options does the Volvo EC40 have?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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