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Volvo EC40 vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or VW Touareg?

Volvo EC40 vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Volvo EC40

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • very slightly lighter
  • significantly 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

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

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo EC40 is markedly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,773 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 536 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers marginally more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers very slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Touareg is very slightly lighter – 2,059 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers significantly more boot space – 810 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 406 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries significantly more – 751 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 316 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Reviews Volvo EC40

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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