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Volvo EX40 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

Volvo EX40 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

Volvo EX40

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • marginally 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

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.

Kia EV4 Hatchback is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,028 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is somewhat 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 Kia EV4 Hatchback offers barely more range – reaching up to 625 km, about 49 km more than the Volvo EX40.

EV4 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

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 EX40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 387 Nm more.

EX40

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, Kia EV4 Hatchback is somewhat lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers marginally more boot space – 435 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries only slightly more – 480 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 is far 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 £45,200
EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 477 - 576 km
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Volvo EX40

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,200 - 56,000 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
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 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,860 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
430 - 480 kg
Payload
445 - 459 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
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Kia
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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