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Volvo XC40 vs Maserati Grecale comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Maserati Grecale?

Volvo XC40 vs Maserati Grecale: Key differences

Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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Maserati Grecale

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

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.

Volvo XC40 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Maserati Grecale costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,676 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC40 uses 6.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Grecale

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 Maserati Grecale offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Grecale delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

XC40

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 XC40 is slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Grecale carries visibly more – 690 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Grecale 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 £71,600
Grecale

Maserati Grecale

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 301 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
Volvo XC40
Maserati Grecale

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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Maserati Grecale

The Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.

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Volvo XC40
Maserati Grecale

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
71,600 - 107,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
148 g/km
co2
199 - 254 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,870 - 2,027 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
535 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,948 - 1,979 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
532 kg
Payload
643 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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
301 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
450 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
221 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 3,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Maserati
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