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Volvo XC40 vs Bentley Continental Convertible - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 212200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Bentley Continental Convertible?

Volvo XC40

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Bentley Continental Convertible

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC40 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212200 £. That’s a price difference of around 175466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC40 manages with 6.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Bentley Continental Convertible with 12.10 L. The difference is about 5.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Bentley Continental Convertible has a decisively edge – offering 549 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 352 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Continental Convertible performs significantly better – reaching 318 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 138 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Bentley Continental Convertible pulls decisively stronger with 770 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Volvo XC40 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2335 kg. The difference is around 647 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers clearly more room – 452 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 to a small extent takes the win – 532 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo XC40 shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £36,800
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Volvo XC40

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.50 L
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Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Bentley Continental Convertible

The Bentley Continental GTC is the ultimate cruising companion, wrapping you in hand-stitched leather and hushed luxury while the roof folds away for sun-drenched grand tours. It’s impossibly accomplished — poised and surprisingly playful for its size — delivering an effortless presence that turns every motorway into a first-class runway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Price
212200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption L/100km
12.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
147 - 148 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1688 kg
Curb weight
2335 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1863 mm
Width
1964 mm
Height
1652 mm
Height
1399 mm
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.10 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Bentley

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What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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