Volvo XC40 vs. Honda HR-V
When comparing the Volvo XC40 to the Honda HR-V, the Volvo XC40 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC40 versus the Honda HR-V, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the Volvo XC40.
Volvo XC40 versus Honda HR-V Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Volvo XC40 ranges from $29,999 to $40,994 while a used Honda HR-V from the same model year range is priced between $21,403 to $28,498. For a new model, the Volvo XC40's price is between $41,887 and $51,530, with the Honda HR-V priced between $24,895 and $30,589.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo XC40’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Honda HR-V base engine makes 158 horsepower. The XC40 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 454 miles. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The XC40 uses premium unleaded, and the HR-V uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Volvo XC40 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Volvo XC40 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Honda HR-V.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volvo XC40 and the Honda HR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Volvo XC40 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,887 - $51,530
Used Asking Price:
$29,999 - $40,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$24,895 - $30,589
Used Asking Price:
$21,403 - $28,498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Not yet available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 61Summary Review
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Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
B4 Ultimate Bright Theme, B4 Plus Bright Theme, B4 Core, B4 Plus Dark Theme, B4 Ultimate Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Bright Theme, B5 Plus Bright Theme, B5 Core, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
Trim Levels
LX, Sport, EX-L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
341 / 454 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
118.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
80.1 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
174.8 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3159 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
