BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40

How does the BMW X1 stack up against the Volvo EC40? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW X1BMW X1
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Volvo EC40Volvo EC40
SpecBMW X1Volvo EC40
Horsepower (max)312 hp442 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)5.4 s4.6 s
Top speed250 km/h180 km/h
Variants210
Body styleCompact SUVElectric compact SUV coupe
GenerationU11EC40
Production2022 – present2024 – present
Length4,500 mm4,440 mm
Width1,845 mm1,873 mm
Height1,642 mm1,591 mm
Wheelbase2,692 mm2,702 mm

BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40: common questions

Is the BMW X1 or Volvo EC40 faster?
The Volvo EC40 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 4.4s versus the BMW X1's 5.1s (0-100 km/h in 4.6s vs 5.4s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X1 or the Volvo EC40?
The Volvo EC40 makes more power: 442 hp (330 kW) versus 312 hp (233 kW) for the BMW X1.
Is the BMW X1 or Volvo EC40 faster on top speed?
The BMW X1 has the higher top speed at 155 mph (250 km/h), versus 112 mph (180 km/h) for the Volvo EC40.
What is the main difference between the BMW X1 and the Volvo EC40?
The BMW X1 is a compact suv, while the Volvo EC40 is a electric compact suv coupe. That difference in body style drives most of the others.