2024 Toyota
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2025 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 21 - 22 MPG | 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 29 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 84.3 ft3 | 57.5 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.9 - 197.4 in | 174.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 76.0 in | 75.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Highlander than in the Volvo XC40.
The Toyota Highlander 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
The Toyota Highlander requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volvo XC40, making it more convenient to drive.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Toyota Highlander will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC40.
Dimensions
The Toyota Highlander is a little wider than the Volvo XC40, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
If you go with the Toyota Highlander, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.
Handling
The Toyota Highlander has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC40, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads.
The Toyota Highlander has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Toyota Highlander transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.
Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Toyota Highlander more than the Volvo XC40, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.
With the Toyota Highlander, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC40.