2025 Volvo XC40
Starting MSRP
$40,650
to $49,300
About the 2025 Volvo XC40
The 2025 Volvo XC40 is shaping up to be a fantastic, compact luxury crossover that prioritizes solid, efficient driving over flashy performance. With a starting price point around $40,650, it brings that signature Scandinavian safety and style to a very manageable package. You're getting a robust all-wheel-drive setup standard across all five trims, which is great peace of mind when the weather turns messy. Power comes from a mild-hybrid setup providing 247 horsepower, tuned for decent fuel economy, returning a combined 26 MPG. While it’s cozy enough for city maneuvers (being just 174.8 inches long), there’s usable space inside, offering 36.1 inches of rear legroom for passengers, making those grocery runs or short trips comfortable for four adults.
Key Highlights
Standard AWD Confidence
Every 2025 Volvo XC40 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, meaning you automatically get better traction control regardless of which of the five trims you choose.
Efficient Mild Hybrid
The standard powertrain delivers 247 horsepower while still achieving 30 MPG on the highway, striking a nice balance between power and fuel savings.
Maneuverable Footprint
Measuring only 174.8 inches long, the 2025 Volvo XC40 is short enough to make parking in tight urban spots significantly easier than larger SUVs.
Comfortable Front Seating
Drivers and front passengers benefit from ample stretching room thanks to 40.9 inches of dedicated front legroom.
Best For
Urban Explorers
- Its compact 174.8-inch length makes navigating and parking in dense city centers surprisingly stress-free.
Practical Commuters
- The mild-hybrid AWD system delivers a solid 26 combined MPG while ensuring reliable performance year-round.
Value-Conscious Luxury Buyers
- The five trims offer a range from $40,650 up to $49,300, providing access to premium features without crossing into the high-end territory.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B5 Core Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $40,650 | all wheel drive | 247 hp | 26 mpg |
| B5 Plus Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $45,500 | all wheel drive | 247 hp | 26 mpg |
| B5 Plus Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $45,500 | all wheel drive | 247 hp | 26 mpg |
| B5 Ultra Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $49,300 | all wheel drive | 247 hp | 26 mpg |
| B5 Ultra Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $49,300 | all wheel drive | 247 hp | 26 mpg |
Specifications comparison table for 2025 Volvo XC40, 2025 Volvo XC40, 2025 Volvo XC40, 2025 Volvo XC40, 2025 Volvo XC40. Data includes dimensions, performance, fuel economy, and interior specifications. Green highlighting indicates best values, red indicates worst values.
Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
B5 Core Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
B5 Plus Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
B5 Plus Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
B5 Ultra Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
B5 Ultra Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
| Feature | B5 Core Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | B5 Plus Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | B5 Plus Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | B5 Ultra Bright 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | B5 Ultra Dark 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (34 features) | |||||
| Adaptive Headlights | — | — | — | ||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | |||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | |||||
| Brake Assist | |||||
| Cornering Lights | — | — | — | ||
| Daytime Running Lights | |||||
| Driver Attention Alert | |||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | |||||
| Electronic Stability Control | |||||
| Engine Immobilizer | |||||
| Front Fog Lights | — | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | |||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | |||||
| Front Solid Disc Brakes | |||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | |||||
| LATCH System | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | |||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | |||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | |||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | |||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | |||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | |||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | |||||
| Rear Folding Headrests | |||||
| Rear Head Airbags | |||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes | |||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | |||||
| Traction Control System | |||||
| Engine (9 features) | |||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | |||||
| Horsepower | 247 hp @ 5400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5400 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (3 features) | |||||
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | |||||
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel (5 features) | |||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 326.6/426.0 mi. | 326.6/426.0 mi. | 326.6/426.0 mi. | 326.6/426.0 mi. | 326.6/426.0 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 23/30 MPG | 23/30 MPG | 23/30 MPG | 23/30 MPG | 23/30 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 14.2 gal. | 14.2 gal. | 14.2 gal. | 14.2 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Warranty (5 features) | |||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | 3 yr./ 30000 mi. | 3 yr./ 30000 mi. | 3 yr./ 30000 mi. | 3 yr./ 30000 mi. | 3 yr./ 30000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (27 features) | |||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | — | — | — | ||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | |||||
| Cruise Control | — | — | |||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | |||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | |||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Electric Power Steering | |||||
| Front Cupholders | |||||
| Front Door Pockets | |||||
| Front Parking Sensors | — | ||||
| Front Seatback Storage | |||||
| Front View Camera | — | ||||
| Interior Air Filtration | — | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | |||||
| Push Button Start | |||||
| Rear Cupholders | |||||
| Rear Door Pockets | |||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | |
| Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing | — | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Side View Camera | — | ||||
| Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel | |||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | |||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | — | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | |||||
| In Car Entertainment (12 features) | |||||
| AM/FM Stereo | |||||
| Android Auto (Wired) | |||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wired) | |||||
| Infotainment Display | 9.0 in | 9.0 in | 9.0 in | 9.0 in | 9.0 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | — | — | — | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon |
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 8 | 8 | 8 | 13 | 13 |
| Stereo Power | 250W | 250W | 250W | 600W | 600W |
| Subwoofer Count | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| USB Port | |||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | |||||
| Power Feature (5 features) | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| Keyless Entry | |||||
| Moonroof Type | — | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors | |||||
| Frontseats (19 features) | |||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | |||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | — | ||||
| Front Head Room | 39.0 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 54.7 in. | 54.7 in. | 54.7 in. | 54.7 in. | 54.7 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | |||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | |||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | 8-way | — | — | — | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | — | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | — | ||||
| Seat Material: Cloth | — | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Leather | — | ||||
| Rearseats (7 features) | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat Feature | |||||
| Pass-Thru Center Armrest | |||||
| Rear Head Room | 39.1 in. | 38.3 in. | 38.3 in. | 38.3 in. | 38.3 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. | 54.6 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | |||||
| Tires and Wheels (6 features) | |||||
| Spare Tire Location | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted |
| Spare Tire Type | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary |
| Tire Size | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 | 245/45R20 |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season |
| Wheel Diameter | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 20 in. | 20 in. |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Suspension (3 features) | |||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | |||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | |||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | |||||
| Instrumentation (4 features) | |||||
| Clock | |||||
| Compass | |||||
| External Temperature Display | |||||
| Trip Computer | |||||
| Measurements (15 features) | |||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 20.4 cu.ft. | 20.4 cu.ft. | 20.4 cu.ft. | 20.4 cu.ft. | 20.4 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Belgium | Belgium | Belgium | Belgium | Belgium |
| Curb Weight | 3806 lbs. | 3806 lbs. | 3806 lbs. | 3806 lbs. | 3806 lbs. |
| EPA Interior Volume | 123.0 cu.ft. | 123.0 cu.ft. | 123.0 cu.ft. | 123.0 cu.ft. | 123.0 cu.ft. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5025 lbs. | 5025 lbs. | 5025 lbs. | 5025 lbs. | 5025 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 8.1 in. | 8.1 in. | 8.1 in. | 8.1 in. | 8.1 in. |
| Height | 65.0 in. | 65.0 in. | 65.0 in. | 65.0 in. | 65.0 in. |
| Length | 174.8 in. | 174.8 in. | 174.8 in. | 174.8 in. | 174.8 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 57.5 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs. | 3500 lbs. | 3500 lbs. | 3500 lbs. | 3500 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in. | 106.4 in. | 106.4 in. | 106.4 in. | 106.4 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 80.1 in. | 80.1 in. | 80.1 in. | 80.1 in. | 80.1 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 73.7 in. | 73.7 in. | 73.7 in. | 73.7 in. | 73.7 in. |
| Telematics (5 features) | |||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | |||||
| Emergency Service | |||||
| Roadside Assistance | |||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | |||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | |||||
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 2025 Volvo XC40 require premium gasoline?
Yes, the specifications indicate that premium unleaded fuel is recommended for the 2.0L 4-cylinder mild-hybrid engine. Using premium should help maintain the advertised 247 horsepower and torque figures.
How much storage space does the 2025 Volvo XC40 actually have?
The 2025 Volvo XC40 provides 20.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats. This is adequate for weekend luggage or weekly grocery hauls for a small family.
What is the difference between the Bright and Dark trims on the 2025 XC40?
While they share the same 247 hp mild-hybrid powertrain, the Bright and Dark variants likely refer to specific exterior and interior trim pieces, such as chrome versus blacked-out accents.
Is the 2025 XC40 comfortable for taller passengers in the back seat?
The rear legroom measures 36.1 inches in the 2025 Volvo XC40. While decent for a compact crossover, very tall adults might find it tighter than in larger SUVs.
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