Compare performance (442 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Skoda Elroq?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Elroq has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13791 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo EX40 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 performs slight better – achieving up to 576 km, about 3 km more than the Skoda Elroq.
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 340 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Skoda Elroq takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Elroq is barely noticeable lighter – 1953 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs somewhat better – up to 1580 L, which is about 180 L more than the Volvo EX40.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq slight takes the win – 531 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
Overall, the Skoda Elroq shows itself to be shows small but notable strengths and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.
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Price
42800 - 58200 £
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Price
29100 - 45500 £
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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
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
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Electric Range
480 - 576 km
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Electric Range
377 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
5
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Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4440 mm
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Length
4488 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Width
1884 mm
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Height
1647 mm
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Height
1608 - 1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
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Max trunk capacity
1580 L
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Payload
430 - 480 kg
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Payload
470 - 531 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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
Skoda
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The Volvo EX40 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.