2025 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Volvo XC40

$37,200 · Crossover

$39,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and the 2026 Volvo XC40 lies in engine performance, where the Palisade delivers a commanding 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque compared to the XC40's 194 hp and 221 lb-ft. However, the smaller XC40 excels in efficiency, achieving a combined 27 MPG versus the Palisade's 22 MPG, utilizing regular unleaded versus the Volvo's premium recommendation. Dimensionally, the Palisade is substantially larger, measuring 196.7 inches in length compared to the XC40's 174.8 inches. Despite its smaller exterior, the XC40 offers slightly more usable space with 20.4 cu ft of cargo capacity against the Palisade's 18 cu ft. Pricing starts closer for the Palisade at $37,200 versus the XC40's $39,900 MSRP, creating distinct value propositions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Volvo XC40

The 2026 Volvo XC40 wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy rating of 27 combined MPG versus the Palisade's 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is favored for families due to its significantly larger physical footprint, measuring 196.7 inches long.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai Palisade

Enthusiasts will favor the Palisade for its 97 hp advantage, producing 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers a lower entry price point at $37,200 compared to the XC40's $39,900 MSRP.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You require a larger vehicle, as the Palisade is 196.7 inches long and offers greater cabin volume.
Maximum raw power is a priority, with the Palisade outputting 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque.
You wish to save $2,700 on the starting MSRP ($37,200 vs $39,900).

Choose the Volvo XC40 if...

Optimizing fuel efficiency is critical, given the XC40 achieves 27 combined MPG versus 22 MPG for Car 1.
You prefer a smaller, more maneuverable vehicle with a 174.8-inch length.
You need slightly more dedicated storage, as the XC40 provides 20.4 cu ft of cargo space compared to 18 cu ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Volvo XC40
Length	196.7"	174.8"
Width	77.8"	76.3"
Height	68.9"	65.2"
Wheelbase	114.2"	106.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Front Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	3.8 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	291 hp @ 6000 rpm	194 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm	221 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	25/32 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.2/488.8 mi.	355.0/454.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	14.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Stereo Power	—	250W
Speaker System	—	8

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	44.1 in.	40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.2 in.	56.7 in.
Front Hip Room	58.1 in.	54.7 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Rear Head Room	40.1 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.4 in.	36.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.8 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.7 in.	54.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R18	235/55R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Volvo XC40.

What is the exact difference in horsepower between the 2025 Palisade and the 2026 XC40?

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade produces 291 hp, which is a substantial 97 hp more than the 2026 Volvo XC40's 194 hp output. This power difference is the largest performance gap between the two crossovers.

Which vehicle is more economical to fuel based on the required fuel type?

While the XC40 is more efficient overall (27 combined MPG), it recommends premium unleaded fuel, whereas the Palisade uses regular unleaded and achieves 22 combined MPG. The efficiency gap narrows when considering premium fuel costs for the XC40.

Does the smaller XC40 offer more cargo room than the larger Palisade?

Yes, the 2026 Volvo XC40 features 20.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, slightly surpassing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade's 18 cubic feet. This highlights efficient packaging in the smaller body style.

What is the base MSRP comparison for these two crossovers?

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade has a starting MSRP of $37,200, making it $2,700 less expensive than the 2026 Volvo XC40, which starts at $39,900.

How do the exterior dimensions compare regarding overall size?

The Palisade is significantly longer, measuring 196.7 inches compared to the XC40's 174.8 inches. The Palisade is also slightly taller and wider than the XC40.