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Volvo EX40 vs Lotus Eletre - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (442 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 85700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Lotus Eletre?
EX40
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.
Volvo EX40 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX40: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Lotus Eletre with 22.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 576 km, about 6 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
Eletre
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 Lotus Eletre has a convincingly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Volvo EX40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lotus Eletre performs noticeable better – reaching 265 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Eletre pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 985 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Volvo EX40 is clearly perceptible lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2565 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers significantly more room – 688 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 278 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre performs barely noticeable better – up to 1532 L, which is about 132 L more than the Volvo EX40.
When it comes to payload, Lotus Eletre slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Lotus Eletre proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lotus Eletre is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £85,700
Lotus Eletre
Volvo EX40
Lotus Eletre
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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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Lotus Eletre
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Volvo EX40
Lotus Eletre
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42800 - 58200 £
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Price
85700 - 138000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
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Electric Range
480 - 576 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
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Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4440 mm
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Length
5103 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Width
2060 mm
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Height
1647 mm
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Height
1630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
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Max trunk capacity
1532 L
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Payload
430 - 480 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Lotus
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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.