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Volvo XC40 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 78600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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

XC40

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC40 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Range Rover Sport manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

Range Rover Sport

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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a decisively edge – offering 635 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 438 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 290 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Range Rover Sport pulls clearly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm difference.

XC40

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is decisively lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2390 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers noticeable more room – 647 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport performs somewhat better – up to 1491 L, which is about 163 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Sport evident takes the win – 830 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Land Rover Range Rover Sport is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £78,600
Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.7 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 km
Volvo XC40
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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Volvo XC40

5 (3 Reviews)
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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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Volvo XC40
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 47200 £
Price
78600 - 175700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
147 - 148 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1688 kg
Curb weight
2390 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4970 mm
Width
1863 mm
Width
2043 mm
Height
1652 mm
Height
1814 mm
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Max trunk capacity
1491 L
Payload
532 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
290 km/h
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.