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Volvo EC40 vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (442 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 87900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Porsche Taycan?

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Taycan

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

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo EC40 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46600 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41322 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EC40: with 16.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Porsche Taycan with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Porsche Taycan performs somewhat better – achieving up to 680 km, about 96 km more than the Volvo EC40.

Taycan

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 Porsche Taycan has a clearly edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 592 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs significantly better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls decisively stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 670 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo EC40 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Volvo EC40 is minimal lighter – 2065 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Taycan offers barely noticeable more room – 407 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan clearly perceptible takes the win – 635 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan 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.

Volvo EC40
Porsche Taycan

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Taycan

Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 1034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 552 - 680 km

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.

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Volvo EC40
Porsche Taycan

Costs and Consumption

Price
46600 - 59000 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1873 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1591 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
175 - 635 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EC40 have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.