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Volvo XC40 vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC40 or Volvo EX30?

Volvo XC40 vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
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Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XC40

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo EX30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,914 £.

EX30

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 offers significantly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers significantly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 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 marginally lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries visibly more – 532 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is clearly superior 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.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 475 km
Volvo XC40
Volvo EX30

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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.

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Volvo XC40
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
148 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
532 kg
Payload
370 - 390 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Volvo
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