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Volvo EC40 vs Skoda Enyaq comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Skoda Enyaq?

Volvo EC40 vs Skoda Enyaq: Key differences

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Skoda Enyaq

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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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.

Skoda Enyaq is moderately cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,620 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Enyaq is barely more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.2 kWh/100km for the Volvo EC40. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Enyaq offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 587 km, about 2 km more than the Volvo EC40.

Enyaq

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 Volvo EC40 offers markedly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Skoda Enyaq takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Enyaq delivers marginally more torque with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 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 very slightly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,179 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Enyaq offers markedly more boot space – 585 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 181 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Enyaq carries somewhat more – 489 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 has only a minor advantage 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
Volvo EC40
Skoda Enyaq

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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 Enyaq

The Skoda Enyaq is a reassuring, family‑first electric SUV that trades sporting drama for exceptional quiet, roomy rear seats and a genuinely practical boot. It’s remarkably easy to live with thanks to sensible controls and steady fast charging, though the touchscreen‑led infotainment can be sluggish and driving enthusiasts looking for sharp handling should look elsewhere.

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Volvo EC40
Skoda Enyaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
Price
41,900 - 52,200 £
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
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Electric Range
538 - 587 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,179 - 2,293 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
570 - 585 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
443 - 489 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
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Skoda
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