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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Volvo EX40
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim355 mi · 82 kWh · £39,610
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on running costs and city driving, while the Volvo EX40 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Volvo EX40 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Volvo EX40 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVolvo
Citroën
5
Volvo
6.9
Motorway Range
Citroën
4
Volvo
4.1
Too close to call
FamilyVolvo
Citroën
3.5
Volvo
6.9
ChargingVolvo
Citroën
3.5
Volvo
6.6
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
6.7
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
6.4
Volvo
5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
- 165 miles more WLTP range
- 100 kW faster rapid charging
- 102 kW more power
- 5.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1150 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £39,610 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 410 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Volvo EX40
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm-45mm
Volvo EX404,440mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm-23mm
Volvo EX401,873mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Volvo EX401,651mm-9mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm (better) | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,651 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 4 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 410 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L (better) | 1400 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 31 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.44m+45mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.87m+23mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.03m+14mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.65m-9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.70m+30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 410L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L (better) | 1400L |
| Frunk | Not available | 31L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 2,075kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 82kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 355 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £39,610 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £39,610 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 242 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 82 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
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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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Volvo EX40
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Volvo EX40
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- £36,8872025Car360View
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX40 worth the extra £14,495 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Volvo EX40 costs £14,495 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds 165 miles more WLTP range, 100 kW faster peak rapid charging and 102 kW more power. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Volvo EX40 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Volvo EX40?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £14,495 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £14,615 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Volvo EX40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 242 miles for the Volvo EX40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Volvo EX40 goes roughly 83 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Volvo EX40?
The two are within 23 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX40.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Volvo EX40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Volvo EX40. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Volvo EX40's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .