DecodedCars2026 Volvo XC40
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 25 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 174.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,721 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- Modest powerUp to 194 hp, versus about 312 hp for similar 2026 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Volvo XC40 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,721 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 32 highway), 11% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 XC40 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 XC40 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ghent, Flemish Region
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 XC40 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 174.4 in | 73.2 in | 65 in | 106.3 in | 63 / 64.2 in | 3,721 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC40 B4 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 32 / 27 | -11% | $3,050 | 326 |
| XC40 B5 AWD Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | 0% | $3,150 | 343 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Volvo XC40.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Volvo XC40 (this car) | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus NX | 40 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi Q3 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X2 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Volvo EX30 | 261 mi | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Volvo XC40.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Volvo XC40 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other XC40 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volvo. How we calculate this →