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Omoda E5 vs Volvo EX40
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim355 mi · 82 kWh · £39,610
At a glance
In this comparison, Omoda E5 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 Omoda E5 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p 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
Omoda
6.2
Volvo
6.9
Motorway Range
Omoda
3.7
Volvo
4.1
Too close to call
FamilyVolvo
Omoda
5.7
Volvo
6.9
ChargingVolvo
Omoda
4.4
Volvo
6.6
Cost Per MileOmoda
Omoda
4.1
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingOmoda
Omoda
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
- 88 miles more WLTP range
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 30 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,065 (better) | £39,610 |
| Official range | 267 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 380 L | 410 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Volvo EX40
Length
Omoda E54,424mm-16mm
Volvo EX404,440mm
Width
Omoda E51,830mm-43mm
Volvo EX401,873mm
Height
Omoda E51,588mm-63mm
Volvo EX401,651mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,651 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | 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) | 380 L | 410 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1075 L | 1400 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Omoda E5 Knight |  Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.42m | 4.44m+16mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.87m+43mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.65m+63mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.70m+72mm |
| Ground Clearance | 147mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 410L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1075L | 1400L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,710kg (better) | 2,075kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh | 82kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 267 mi | 355 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,065 (better) | £39,610 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 267 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 194 miles | 242 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 160 Wh/km (better) | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60 kWh | 82 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Omoda E5
Knight
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
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Omoda E5
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,098 | £33,995 |
| Average used price | £23,495 | £38,260 |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,570 below new | £1,350 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Omoda E5
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Volvo EX40
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Omoda E5
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Volvo EX40
- £38,0582025Car360View
- £36,8872025Car360View
- £35,0372024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX40 worth the extra £6,545 over the Omoda E5?
The Volvo EX40 costs £6,545 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 88 miles more WLTP range, 70 kW faster peak rapid charging and 30 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Volvo EX40 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX40?
The Omoda E5 is £6,545 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £6,585 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Omoda E5 and Volvo EX40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 194 miles for the Omoda E5 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 47 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX40?
The Omoda E5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 43 mm narrower than the Volvo EX40. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX40.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Omoda E5 and 84% for the Volvo EX40. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5'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.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .