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Volvo EX40 vs VW Touareg – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Volvo EX40 meets VW Touareg.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the VW Touareg costs 64300 £. That’s a price difference of around 21459 £.

As for range, the Volvo EX40 performs clearly better – achieving up to 576 km, about 527 km more than the VW Touareg.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Touareg has a barely noticeable edge – offering 462 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touareg performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touareg pulls slight stronger with 700 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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, Volvo EX40 is minimal lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2059 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers clearly more room – 810 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 400 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1800 L, which is about 400 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, VW Touareg clearly perceptible takes the win – 751 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 271 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX40 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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EX40 @ Volvo Cars

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
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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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VW Touareg

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The VW Touareg stands out in the luxury SUV market with its blend of sophisticated design and advanced technology. Its interior exudes an air of refinement, featuring premium materials and state-of-the-art infotainment systems. On the road, the Touareg offers a smooth and dynamic driving experience, effortlessly combining power and precision handling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Price
64300 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 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
2059 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Width
1863 mm
Width
1984 mm
Height
1647 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW

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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.

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