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Volvo EC40 vs Toyota C-HR+ comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Toyota C-HR+?

Volvo EC40 vs Toyota C-HR+: Key differences

Volvo EC40

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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

Toyota C-HR+

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

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.

Toyota C-HR+ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,629 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota C-HR+ is noticeably more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.2 kWh/100km for the Volvo EC40. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota C-HR+ offers barely more range – reaching up to 607 km, about 23 km more than the Volvo EC40.

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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 Volvo EC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota C-HR+ takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 332 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR+ is somewhat lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR+ offers only slightly more boot space – 416 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR+ carries clearly more – 655 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 sits just 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 £46,600
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 : 488 - 584 km
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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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The Toyota C-HR+ mixes sharp, coupe-like styling with comfortable, surprisingly practical packaging, making a bold statement around town and on the weekend run. It’s aimed at drivers who value standout looks and fuss-free ownership over sports-car thrills, so if you want personality and reliability in one tidy package, book a test drive.

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Volvo EC40
Toyota C-HR+

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
Price
36,000 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Electric Range
458 - 607 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
416 L
Length
4,440 mm
Length
-
Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,591 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
550 - 655 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
167 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
123 - 252 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Toyota
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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