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Tesla Model Y vs Volvo EC40
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim300 mi · 70 kWh · £46,860
At a glance
In this comparison, Tesla Model Y leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Volvo EC40 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model Y if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo EC40 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model Y leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueTesla
Tesla
6.5
Volvo
5.4
Motorway RangeTesla
Tesla
5.8
Volvo
3.7
FamilyTesla
Tesla
7.8
Volvo
6.8
Charging
Tesla
7
Volvo
7.1
Too close to call
Cost Per MileTesla
Tesla
7.7
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingVolvo
Tesla
3
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
- 25 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.1 m tighter turning circle
- 1500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £41,990 (better) | £46,860 |
| Official range | 314 miles (better) | 300 miles |
| Boot space | 854 L (better) | 404 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model Y
Volvo EC40
Length
Tesla Model Y4,794mm
Volvo EC404,440mm-354mm
Width
Tesla Model Y1,981mm
Volvo EC401,873mm-108mm
Height
Tesla Model Y1,621mm
Volvo EC401,591mm-30mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,981 mm | 1,873 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,129 mm | 2,034 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 419 mm spare | 527 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 854 L (better) | 404 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2118 L (better) | 1310 L |
| Frunk | 117 L (better) | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of SUVs we track.
Volvo EC40
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Tesla Model Y RWD |  Volvo EC40 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.79m | 4.44m-354mm |
| Width | 1.98m | 1.87m-108mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | 2.03m-95mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.59m-30mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 2.70m |
| Ground Clearance | 162mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 854L (better) | 404L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2118L (better) | 1310L |
| Frunk | 117L (better) | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,906kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 70kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi (better) | 300 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 175kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,990 (better) | £46,860 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 314 miles (better) | 300 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 251 miles (better) | 206 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 175 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km (better) | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 70 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 7.3 sec |
| Power | Not available | 175 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 420 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Tesla Model Y
RWD
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
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Tesla Model Y
All 3 videos
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 - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
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 | Tesla Model YRWD | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model Y
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Volvo EC40
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
Volvo EC40
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EC40 worth the extra £4,870 over the Tesla Model Y?
The Volvo EC40 costs £4,870 more than the Tesla Model Y. For that premium it adds 25 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Tesla Model Y is not just cheaper - it also offers 450 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 138 versus 167 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model Y comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Tesla Model Y or the Volvo EC40?
The Tesla Model Y is £4,870 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model Y is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £184 for the Volvo EC40, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Tesla Model Y comes out roughly £5,030 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Tesla Model Y and Volvo EC40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y and 206 miles for the Volvo EC40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model Y goes roughly 45 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Tesla Model Y or the Volvo EC40?
The Volvo EC40 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 108 mm narrower than the Tesla Model Y. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EC40 and about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y. The Volvo EC40 also turns in a 1.1 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Tesla Model Y or the Volvo EC40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Tesla Model Y and 84% for the Volvo EC40. That gives the Tesla Model Y a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model Y's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Volvo EC40'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 .