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Volvo EX40 vs Subaru Uncharted comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Subaru Uncharted?

Volvo EX40 vs Subaru Uncharted: Key differences

Volvo EX40

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Subaru Uncharted

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Uncharted is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,543 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Uncharted is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Subaru Uncharted offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 16 km more than the Volvo EX40.

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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 Volvo EX40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Subaru Uncharted takes 5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers noticeably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 233 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Subaru Uncharted is very slightly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers barely more boot space – 410 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Uncharted carries clearly more – 604 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Uncharted is barely 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 £31,700
Uncharted

Subaru Uncharted

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 167 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 592 km
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Volvo EX40

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Reviews Volvo EX40

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Marco
24 Jun 2026, 10:14:05

I find them to be two models that aren't comparable,
the Model Y is much longer and wider.
I would choose the Model Y if it were within 4.50 meters in length.

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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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The Subaru Uncharted is a compact electric crossover that feels at home in the city, with easy steering and Subaru’s traction helpers giving it more off‑road composure than its size suggests. It’s practical and simple to use for daily life with convenient charging, but the rear seat is snug, rear visibility suffers without a wiper, and the all‑wheel‑drive version can be thirstier on long motorway runs.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,200 - 56,000 £
Price
31,700 - 42,000 £
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
13.7 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Electric Range
451 - 592 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
403 - 404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
469 - 604 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
167 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
268 - 437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
123 - 252 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
Subaru
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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