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Volvo EX40 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Volvo XC60?

Volvo EX40 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • very slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

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

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,343 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 494 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 XC60 offers barely more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers marginally more torque with 709 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 39 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is very slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers moderately more boot space – 483 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,543 L, about 143 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries moderately more – 550 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 is decisively 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 480 - 576 km
Volvo EX40
Volvo XC60

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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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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Volvo EX40
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,800 - 58,200 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,440 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,647 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,400 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol 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
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Volvo
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