Compare performance (442 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 36900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Lynk & Co 01?
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.
Lynk & Co 01 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9768 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 performs decisively better – achieving up to 584 km, about 509 km more than the Lynk & Co 01.
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 has a distinct edge – offering 442 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 162 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 Lynk & Co 01 takes 7.70 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls noticeable stronger with 670 Nm compared to 535 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Lynk & Co 01 is minimal lighter – 1935 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lynk & Co 01 offers to a small extent more room – 466 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo EC40 slight takes the win – 435 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Volvo EC40 is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.
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Price
46600 - 59000 £
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Price
36900 - 40300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
20 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1935 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4440 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1873 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1591 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1196 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Payload
415 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
535 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Power kW
206 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.