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Volvo EC40 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or NIO ET7?

Volvo EC40 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Volvo EC40

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  • markedly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

NIO ET7

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 584 km on a single charge.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET7 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 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 a bit lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 369 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers a bit more boot space – 404 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 451 - 584 km
Volvo EC40
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Volvo EC40
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,440 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,591 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
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