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2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs. 2023 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2023 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $34,460 to $51,625
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Picture of the 2023 Volvo XC40

2023 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $36,350 to $46,500
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MPG - City 18 - 21 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 25 MPG 30 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 77.8 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 276-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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 Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 276 hp 194 - 247 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 195.5 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Volvo XC40. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport as you will with the Volvo XC40, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC40.

Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is much wider than the Volvo XC40, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC40, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport greatly out-muscles the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and the Volvo XC40. With the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC40.