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Volvo EX40 vs BMW iX3 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 469 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 54,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or BMW iX3?

Volvo EX40 vs BMW iX3: Key differences

Volvo EX40

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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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

EX40

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.

Volvo EX40 is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 54,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,094 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 229 km more than the Volvo EX40.

iX3

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 BMW iX3 offers marginally more power – delivering 469 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers only slightly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

EX40

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, Volvo EX40 is moderately lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX3 is narrowly ahead 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 £54,300
iX3

BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 320 - 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 635 - 805 km
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Reviews Volvo EX40

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Bent
16 May 2026, 19:14:01

Stable car and generally good build quality — but I hate the Google and infotainment systems, which both seem designed to irritate the user as much as possible.
I'm looking at a Toyota B4ZX AWD when the lease on my EX40 expires. I need to be able to tow 1,500 kg, but without going broke.

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Johan
20 Sept 2025, 16:15:37

Nice range, fast charging and… bidirectional charging!!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Electric Range
635 - 805 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
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
465 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX40 have?

The Volvo EX40 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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