Volvo XC40 vs Toyota RAV4
Volvo XC40
$45,295
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Volvo XC40 vs Toyota RAV4. Toyota RAV4 offers the strongest value on price. Toyota RAV4 leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Toyota RAV4
Best Value
Toyota RAV4
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Volvo XC40
Toyota RAV4
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Volvo XC40
$45,295
Rating: 4.6/10
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Volvo XC40 |
Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC40 | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $45,295 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $45,295 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $43,900 | $35,199 |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder with 48V Mild Hybrid | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 247 hp @ 5,400 rpm (194 hp B4 FWD) | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1,800-4,800 rpm (221 lb-ft B4 FWD) | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | 6.1 sec (0-60 mph B5 AWD / 8.1 sec B4 FWD) | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 112 mph (electronically limited) | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 26 MPGe combined (23 City / 30 Hwy B5 AWD) | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | 425 miles total highway tank range | N/A |
| Emissions | 315 g/mi CO2 | ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent) |
| Battery | 12V starter battery + 48V mild-hybrid lithium-ion battery | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | Self-charging regenerative braking | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 910 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | Volvo City Safety Suite | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Pros | Industry-leading active and passive safety features backed by Top Safety Pick+ ratings; Native Google built-in software... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | 9.0-inch vertical screen is smaller than newer curved displays found in some German rivals; Climate controls are embedde... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |
