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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
46600 - 59000 £
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Price
29100 - 45500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Electric Range
377 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4440 mm
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Length
4488 mm
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Width
1873 mm
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Width
1884 mm
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Height
1591 mm
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Height
1608 - 1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1196 L
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Max trunk capacity
1580 L
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Payload
470 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.