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Volvo EC40 vs Lynk & Co 02 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Lynk & Co 02?

Volvo EC40 vs Lynk & Co 02: Key differences

Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lynk & Co 02

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally 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:

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

Lynk & Co 02 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,682 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 17.1 kWh/100km for the Lynk & Co 02. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 140 km more than the Lynk & Co 02.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Lynk & Co 02 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 323 Nm. That’s about 347 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, Lynk & Co 02 is only slightly lighter – 1,895 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 02 offers marginally more boot space – 410 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EC40 carries somewhat more – 435 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 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.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Electric Range
435 - 445 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,895 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
323 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Lynk & Co
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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