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Toyota C-HR+ vs Volvo EC40
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim300 mi · 70 kWh · £46,860
At a glance
In this comparison, Toyota C-HR+ leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs, while the Volvo EC40 leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo EC40 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota C-HR+ leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueToyota
Toyota
6.3
Volvo
5.4
Motorway RangeToyota
Toyota
5
Volvo
3.7
Family
Toyota
6.6
Volvo
6.8
Too close to call
ChargingVolvo
Toyota
4.4
Volvo
7.1
Cost Per MileToyota
Toyota
9.1
Volvo
3.3
City Driving
Toyota
5.1
Volvo
4.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,495 (better) | £46,860 |
| Official range | 283 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 416 L (better) | 404 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm
Volvo EC404,440mm-80mm
Width
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm-3mm
Volvo EC401,873mm
Height
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm
Volvo EC401,591mm-4mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,520 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,870 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,595 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Turning circle | 11 m | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 530 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 416 L (better) | 404 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1310 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |  Volvo EC40 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.52m | 4.44m-80mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.87m+3mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.59m-4mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.70m-48mm |
| Ground Clearance | 185mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 416L (better) | 404L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1310L |
| Frunk | Not available | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11m | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,828kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 70kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi | 300 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,495 (better) | £46,860 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,995 (-£1,500) | £46,860 (not eligible) |
| 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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles | 300 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 235 miles (better) | 206 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 70 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 123 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist79%
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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EC40Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Toyota C-HR+
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EC40 worth the extra £12,365 over the Toyota C-HR+?
The Volvo EC40 costs £12,365 more than the Toyota C-HR+. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 52 kW more power and a 1.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota C-HR+ comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EC40?
The Toyota C-HR+ is £12,365 cheaper to buy. The Toyota C-HR+ is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 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 Toyota C-HR+ comes out roughly £12,605 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Toyota C-HR+ and Volvo EC40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ and 206 miles for the Volvo EC40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota C-HR+ goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EC40?
The two are within 3 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+ and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EC40.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EC40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Toyota C-HR+ 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.
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Data accuracy
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