2023 Volvo XC40 vs 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS
Overview | |
MSRP$81,800 | MSRP$36,350 |
Average price$129,584 | Average price$43,688 |
Listings16 | Listings10 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews Summary | |
2023 Volvo XC40 Reviews SummaryIn Volvo speak, “40” denotes an entry-level model. While the Swedish automaker no longer rosters the S40 sedan or V40 wagon in North America, the XC40 subcompact crossover remains to compete with the likes of the Audi Q3, the BMW X1, the Lexus UX, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA for aspiring luxury-car owners’ dollars. The XC40 was unveiled in 2017, arriving as a 2019 model, and it hasn’t undergone a redesign since. An all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge variant joined the lineup as a 2021 model. Volvo’s other current EV, the C40 Recharge, is also broadly similar to the XC40 models, but with a coupe-like body style. For 2023, Volvo gave the XC40 several notable updates, including new mild-hybrid powertrains, revised styling, and the Android-based infotainment system previously seen on the XC40 Recharge and other Volvo models. The mild-hybrid lineup includes base Core, mid-level Plus, and top Ultimate trim levels, with standard B5 all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrains (the B4 front-wheel drive, or FWD, version offered in the US is not available in Canada). This Volvo XC40 review is based on the Ultimate trim in B5 AWD spec. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 194 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower194 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 194 hp I4 |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque221 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower194 hp @ 4800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.4 cu ft | Cargo Space21.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight5467 lbs | Curb Weight3726 lbs |
Height72.4 in | Height65.2 in |
Length205.0 in | Length174.8 in |
Width84.9 in | Width80.1 in |
Wheelbase123.4 in | Wheelbase106.4 in |
Maximum Payload1808 lbs | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $81,800 | $36,350 |
Average price | $129,584 | $43,688 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | In Volvo speak, “40” denotes an entry-level model. While the Swedish automaker no longer rosters the S40 sedan or V40 wagon in North America, the XC40 subcompact crossover remains to compete with the likes of the Audi Q3, the BMW X1, the Lexus UX, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA for aspiring luxury-car owners’ dollars. The XC40 was unveiled in 2017, arriving as a 2019 model, and it hasn’t undergone a redesign since. An all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge variant joined the lineup as a 2021 model. Volvo’s other current EV, the C40 Recharge, is also broadly similar to the XC40 models, but with a coupe-like body style. For 2023, Volvo gave the XC40 several notable updates, including new mild-hybrid powertrains, revised styling, and the Android-based infotainment system previously seen on the XC40 Recharge and other Volvo models. The mild-hybrid lineup includes base Core, mid-level Plus, and top Ultimate trim levels, with standard B5 all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrains (the B4 front-wheel drive, or FWD, version offered in the US is not available in Canada). This Volvo XC40 review is based on the Ultimate trim in B5 AWD spec. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 2.0L 194 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 194 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 2.0L 194 hp I4 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 194 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 21.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5467 lbs | 3726 lbs |
Height | 72.4 in | 65.2 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 174.8 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 80.1 in |
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 106.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1808 lbs | 925 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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