2025 Honda HR-V vs. 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda HR-V

2025 Honda
HR-V

MSRP*: $25,400 to $31,000
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
C40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $53,600 to $60,550
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 32 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 55.1 ft3 49.0 ft3
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 248-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 hp 248 - 402 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,970 lbs
Exterior Length 179.8 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 39.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 36.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda HR-V than in the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Honda HR-V offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Honda HR-V is a better financial choice over the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Honda HR-V is much slimmer than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda HR-V, which is slightly longer than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Handling
The Honda HR-V has the same turning radius as the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda HR-V has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda HR-V does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda HR-V and the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Honda HR-V has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.