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VW ID.3 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (231 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or Volvo XC40?

VW ID.3 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC40

5 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat 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

ID.3

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.

VW ID.3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,767 £.

XC40

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 VW ID.3 offers moderately more power – delivering 231 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers moderately more torque with 350 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

ID.3

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 somewhat lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries slightly more – 532 kg compared to 464 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 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.

from £29,100
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 231 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 410 - 629 km
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Reviews VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Pennings
6 May 2026, 08:03:27

ID.3 catches less wind. It's more pleasant, especially on the highway. Also: more economical, lighter and with the same step‑in height.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
383 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
422 - 464 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
VW
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.3 have?

The VW ID.3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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