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Volvo EC40 vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (442 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (46600 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Skoda Elroq?

Volvo EC40

Skoda Elroq

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

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Elroq has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17563 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Volvo EC40 with 16.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 584 km, about 11 km more than the Skoda Elroq.

Elroq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 has a distinct edge – offering 442 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Skoda Elroq takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls barely noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Elroq is hardly perceptible lighter – 1953 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers somewhat more room – 470 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs noticeable better – up to 1580 L, which is about 384 L more than the Volvo EC40.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq a bit takes the win – 531 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Elroq shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,100
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km
Volvo EC40
Skoda Elroq

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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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Skoda Elroq

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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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Volvo EC40
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
46600 - 59000 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1873 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1591 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
470 - 531 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
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Skoda
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.