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Volvo XC40 vs Fiat Scudo comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Fiat Scudo?

Volvo XC40 vs Fiat Scudo: Key differences

Volvo XC40

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  • only slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Fiat Scudo

  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
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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:

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.

Fiat Scudo is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,999 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Scudo uses 6.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Scudo

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 Volvo XC40 offers only slightly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Fiat Scudo takes 10.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Scudo delivers clearly 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?

Seats: Fiat Scudo offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC40 is marginally lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Scudo carries clearly more – 1,805 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,273 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Scudo 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 £30,900
Scudo

Fiat Scudo

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 352 km
Volvo XC40
Fiat Scudo

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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Fiat Scudo

The Fiat Scudo is a practical and unpretentious van that balances hardworking utility with a surprisingly polished cabin, making it a sensible choice for tradespeople and families who need space without fuss. It doesn't pretend to be flashy, but its clever packaging, sensible driving manners and affordable running costs make the Scudo a dependable partner for the daily grind and weekend projects — and it even manages to look tidy in the car park.

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Volvo XC40
Fiat Scudo

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
30,900 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
148 g/km
co2
0 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,920 - 2,010 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
532 kg
Payload
840 - 1,805 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Fiat
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