Comparison
XC40 Plus (Denim Blue) vs XC40 Core (Thunder Grey)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volvo · 2026 XC40 Plus Denim Blue Remove | Volvo · 2026 XC40 Core Thunder Grey Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC40 | XC40 |
| Variant / Trim | Plus | Core |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle class | Crossover | Crossover |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Sweden | Sweden |
| Availability | On sale | On sale |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Denim Blue | Thunder Grey |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 2.0L T4 turbocharged petrol | 1.5L T3 turbocharged petrol |
| Displacement | 1,969 cc | 1,477 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 190 hp▲ best | 163 hp |
| Max torque | 300 Nm▲ best | 265 Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.9 s▲ best | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km▲ best |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,863 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,652 mm | 1,652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,702 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Ground clearance | 211 mm | 211 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,543 kg | 1,503 kg |
| Boot capacity | 460 L | 460 L |
| Fuel tank | 54 L | 54 L |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Solid discs | Solid discs |
| Wheel size | 19 in | 18 in |
| Tyre size | 235/50R19 | 215/60R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Leather | Synthetic leather |
| Climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Panoramic roof | ✓ | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 9 in | 9 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired |
| Speakers | 10▲ best | 8 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| ADAS level | L2 | L2 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | ✓ | — |
| Parking sensors | Front & rear | Rear |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 3 yr | 3 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |