2025 Toyota Corolla Cross vs. 2026 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

2025 Toyota
Corolla Cross

MSRP*: $24,135 to $29,660
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Picture of the 2026 Volvo XC40

2026 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $39,900 to $51,900
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MPG - City 29 - 31 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 44.0 - 46.9 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 169 hp 194 - 247 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 176.1 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volvo XC40 than in the Toyota Corolla Cross, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Corolla Cross will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

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 Toyota Corolla Cross is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC40, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota Corolla Cross is much slimmer than the Volvo XC40, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Toyota Corolla Cross takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Toyota Corolla Cross has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC40, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC40 is clearly the choice over the Toyota Corolla Cross for pulling heavy loads. The Toyota Corolla Cross has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
The Toyota Corolla Cross has much lower torque than the Volvo XC40, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota Corolla Cross and the Volvo XC40. The Toyota Corolla Cross has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC40.