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Volvo EC40 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Volvo EC40 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo EC40 is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,094 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 540 km more than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Grand Cherokee

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 slightly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 380 HP. That’s roughly 62 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers very slightly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 637 Nm. That’s about 33 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EC40 is somewhat lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 369 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries markedly more – 641 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is far ahead overall 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

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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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 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
45 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
65 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Jeep
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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