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Volvo EX40 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (442 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Volvo EX40

Land Rover Discovery Sport

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

EX40

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo EX40 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3609 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 performs decisively better – achieving up to 576 km, about 518 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

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 EX40 has a noticeable edge – offering 442 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs to a small extent better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls somewhat stronger with 670 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

EX40

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 curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is slight lighter – 1949 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 91 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers decisively more room – 780 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 370 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slightly better – up to 1574 L, which is about 174 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport clearly perceptible takes the win – 641 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX40 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX40 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,800
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
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
Volvo EX40
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Volvo EX40
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 58200 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1863 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1647 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
Is the Volvo EX40 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.