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Volvo XC40 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Volvo XC40 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

XC40

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,548 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

XC40

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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries marginally more – 532 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is far ahead overall 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 £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Volvo XC40
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Volvo XC40
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
148 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
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