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Volvo XC40 vs Mitsubishi Grandis comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Mitsubishi Grandis?

Volvo XC40 vs Mitsubishi Grandis: Key differences

Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Grandis

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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.

Mitsubishi Grandis is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Grandis uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Grandis

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 Volvo XC40 offers somewhat more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is clearly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries slightly more – 532 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Grandis stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Grandis

Mitsubishi Grandis

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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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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Reviews Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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Trentini Paolo
7 May 2026, 13:45:44

Delivered a few days ago — a radical change after 5 VW Golfs, most recently a T‑Roc.

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S. M.
20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

Excellent

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The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
25,200 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
148 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,525 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
395 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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