2024 Subaru Ascent vs. 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Ascent

2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
XC40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $52,450 to $60,550
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 2.4-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 All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 248 - 402 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 196.8 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Ascent than in the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Subaru Ascent will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

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 Subaru Ascent is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Subaru Ascent is a little wider than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, 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 Subaru Ascent, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Handling
The Subaru Ascent has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric for pulling heavy loads. The Subaru Ascent has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Subaru Ascent does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Subaru Ascent, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.