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Volvo EX40 vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or ZEEKR 001?

Volvo EX40 vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Volvo EX40

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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ZEEKR 001

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  • moderately more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,172 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX40 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 001. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 44 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 ZEEKR 001 offers moderately more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo EX40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers marginally more torque with 686 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 16 Nm more.

EX40

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EX40 is barely lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers markedly more boot space – 539 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries only slightly more – 520 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km
Volvo EX40
ZEEKR 001

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Volvo EX40
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,863 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
ZEEKR
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