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Volvo XC40 vs Toyota C-HR+ comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Toyota C-HR+?

Volvo XC40 vs Toyota C-HR+: Key differences

Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Toyota C-HR+

  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota C-HR+ is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 771 £.

C-HR+

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 Toyota C-HR+ offers clearly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR+ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota C-HR+ delivers somewhat more torque with 338 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 38 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, Volvo XC40 is very slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers marginally more boot space – 452 L compared to 416 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR+ carries moderately more – 655 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR+ 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.

from £36,000
C-HR+

Toyota C-HR+

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 167 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 458 - 607 km
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Volvo XC40

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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Reviews Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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20 Apr 2026, 09:07:56

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Price
36,000 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
458 - 607 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
147 - 148 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
416 L
Length
4,425 mm
Length
-
Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
550 - 655 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
167 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
123 - 252 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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