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Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) vs Volvo EC40
Selected trim35 e-tron · 2021-23Change trim221 mi · 55 kWh · £40,750
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim300 mi · 70 kWh · £46,860
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving, while the Volvo EC40 leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Volvo EC40 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q4 e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Audi
5.1
Volvo
5.4
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Audi
3.7
Volvo
3.7
Too close to call
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Volvo
6.8
ChargingVolvo
Audi
2
Volvo
7.1
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
4.8
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingAudi
Audi
6
Volvo
4.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
- 79 miles more WLTP range
- 100 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 kW more power
- 1.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,750 (better) | £46,860 |
| Official range | 221 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 404 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm
Volvo EC404,440mm-148mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm-8mm
Volvo EC401,873mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm
Volvo EC401,591mm-41mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | 2,034 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 404 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L (better) | 1310 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron |  Volvo EC40 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.44m-148mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.87m+8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.03m-74mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.59m-41mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.70m-62mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 404L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L (better) | 1310L |
| Frunk | Not available | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,065kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 55kWh | 70kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 221 mi | 300 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,750 (better) | £46,860 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2023 | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 221 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 184 miles | 206 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 70 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 420 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi Q4 e-tron
35 e-tron
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Volvo EC40 Single Motor
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist89%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Volvo EC40
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q4 e-tron
- £19,0412023Car360View
- £18,3932023Car360View
Volvo EC40
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EC40 worth the extra £6,110 over the Audi Q4 e-tron?
The Volvo EC40 costs £6,110 more than the Audi Q4 e-tron. For that premium it adds 79 miles more WLTP range, 100 kW faster peak rapid charging and 50 kW more power. The Audi Q4 e-tron is not just cheaper - it also offers 116 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Volvo EC40?
The Audi Q4 e-tron is £6,110 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out roughly £6,190 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q4 e-tron and Volvo EC40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 184 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 206 miles for the Volvo EC40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Volvo EC40 goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Volvo EC40?
The two are within 8 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EC40. The Audi Q4 e-tron also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Volvo EC40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 84% for the Volvo EC40. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .