If you've been searching for a luxury SUV, there are three impressive choices available in the Volvo model lineup. Whether you're searching for cutting-edge technology, life-saving safety features, or bold styling - the award-winning lineup of Volvo SUVs has something to meet the needs of all types of drivers.
From the city-sized XC40 and dynamic midsize XC60 to the commanding XC90 - each Volvo SUV delivers quintessential Scandinavian craftsmanship, proven performance, and a comfortable interior. To help you understand each of these vehicles' unique characteristics, Motorcars Volvo has created this informative guide which makes it simple to choose which Volvo SUV suits your lifestyle best.
Volvo XC40
Key Features
- Starting at $41,945 MSRP
- Standard Engine - B5 AWD 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder With Mild Hybrid System (247 horsepower / 258 lb-ft of torque)
- Maximum Towing Capacity - 3,500 pounds
- Seating Capacity - 5 Passengers
- Cargo Capacity - 57.5 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom with Panoramic Moonroof (Front/Rear) 39 / 39.1 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 40.9 / 36.1 inches
A true compact luxury SUV, the XC40 is the smallest gas-powered member of the Volvo SUV family. Its distinctive style and cutting-edge innovations help you drive smarter. Helping to reflect a personality as vibrant as your own, the XC40 offers up to 9 bold exterior colors. Standard power comes in the form of a balanced 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a Mild Hybrid System which delivers 247 horsepower. Standard all-wheel drive lets you tread confidently across all types of road conditions.
Once you step inside the interior of the XC40, you'll discover innovative storage solutions, connected technology, standard premium textile upholstery seating, and unique styling touches to complement its sharp exterior appearance. Distinctive décor inlays, diamond-cut details, and high-energy color cues like Fusion Red help prove that the XC40 is far from your typical compact SUV. Integrating seamlessly with both steering wheel and voice controls, a standard 9-inch infotainment touchscreen has a user-friendly tablet layout for simplicity. An available Harman Kardon Premium Sound audio system features 13 speakers for perfectly balanced acoustics.
Volvo XC60
Key Features
- Starting at $48,345 MSRP
- Standard Engine - B5 AWD 2.0L 4-Cylinder With Mild Hybrid System (247 HP / 258 lb-ft TQ)
- Available Engines - T8 AWD Plug-In Hybrid (455 Combined HP and 523lb-ft Combined TQ)
- Maximum Towing Capacity - 3,500 pounds, or Seating Capacity - 5 Passengers
- Cargo Capacity - 63.3 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom with Panoramic Moonroof (Front/Rear) - 38 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 41.5 / 38 inches
Located above its compact XC40 sibling, and beneath its larger XC90 sibling, the Volvo XC60 sets a bold benchmark for the midsize luxury SUV segment. In addition to its evocative exterior styling, the XC60 features uncompromised luxury and versatility that's perfectly suited to those living active lifestyles. Compared with the smaller XC40, the XC60 offers greater capability and performance. You'll have your choice of a standard 247-horsepower B5 powertrain, or a range-topping T8 Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid that features 455 combined horsepower and 35 miles of all-electric range.
Due to its midsized footprint, the Volvo XC60 gives drivers a spacious interior accented by upscale materials. Its standard Panoramic Moonroof lets you enjoy fresh air and natural sunlight inside the cabin. 38 inches of headroom and 41.5 inches of legroom allows front seat occupants to stretch out and relax on long commutes. An optional Hands-Free Tailgate eliminates the need to hunt for a key inside your pocket or purse when your hands are full of shopping bags. Optional Volvo City Safety technologies available on the XC60 include blind-spot assist, automated emergency braking, and rear-cross traffic alert to help you stay safe on the road.
Volvo XC90
Key Features
- Starting at $59,745 MSRP
- Standard Engine - B5 2.0L Inline 4-cylinder With Mild Hybrid System (247 HP / 258 lb-ft TQ)
- Available Engines - B6 2.0L 4-cylinder With Mild Hybrid System (295 HP / 310 lb-ft TQ) & T8 Plug-In Hybrid (455 Combined HP and 523lb-ft Combined TQ)
- Maximum Towing Capacity - 5,000 pounds
- Seating Capacity - Up to 7 Passengers
- Cargo Capacity - 85.7 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom with Panoramic Moonroof (Front/Rear) - 38.9 / 38.5 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 40.9 / 37.0 inches
Topping Volvo's SUV range, the striking XC90 features three-row seating to accommodate a maximum of 7 passengers and remains the most awarded SUV of this century. A great choice for growing families, Volvo's XC90 has tremendous capability and comfort amenities to keep your whole crew entertained for a weekend getaway. You can choose from a selection of three distinct powertrains which range from a B5 2.0L Inline 4-cylinder with a Mild Hybrid System producing 247 HP and a B6 2.0L with a Mild Hybrid System producing 295 HP, to an advanced T8 Plug-In Hybrid which delivers a muscular 455 HP. Standard all-wheel drive lets you take on the elements when Mother Nature doesn't cooperate with your plans. This SUV also has robust towing capabilities for up to 5,000 pounds (when properly equipped), letting you bring even your largest toys along for the trip.
Its luxurious cabin surrounds both you and your passengers with contemporary styling and exceptional comfort. You'll have more room than both the XC40 and XC60 thanks to three rows of seating for up to 7. Transform your favorite songs into a concert-like listening experience with the Bowers & Wilkins audio system. A four-zone climate system with an ionic air cleaner lets you customize your temperature preferences. Command entertainment and drive settings using a large 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display inside the XC90. An optional Active chassis with air suspension optimizes comfort and handling with five individual settings.
Volvo EX30
Key Features
- Starting at $46,195 MSRP
- Standard Drivetrain - fully electric, all-wheel drive setup with 422 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque
- Range - Up to 253 miles
- Seating Capacity - Up to 5 Passengers
- Cargo capacity behind back seats - 11.2 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom (Front/Rear) - 41.7 / 38.3 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 41.9 / 32.3 inches
Volvo's smallest pure electric vehicle is also the company's smallest-ever SUV, a city-sized vehicle that makes the most of interior and cargo space, while remaining maneuverable enough to easily parallel park in front of your favorite coffee shop. But unlike most small vehicles made for city dwellers, the EX30 boasts some seriously impressive performance capabilities. Buyers get an all-wheel drive setup that produces a staggering 422 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Those are proper sports car numbers, but with the EX30, you don't have to sacrifice any practicality to have them. With its 0-60 time of 3.4 seconds, the EX30 is the fastest-accelerating Volvo of all time. For most small EVs, you have to choose between performance and range, but the EX30 is efficient enough to be able to offer both impressive performance and 253 miles of range.
Like the rest of the Volvo lineup, the interior of the EX30 is a showcase of serene Scandinavian design. You can choose from five different "moods" for the ambient lighting, and there is an available Harman Kardon Premium Sound system with a 1040W output and front soundbar. There are multiple cargo areas, including a front load compartment and in-floor compartments, adding to the practicality of the small SUV. And in addition to its small size, there is available Park Pilot Assist, which allows the EX30 to park itself, a valuable tool for city living.
Volvo EX40
Key Features
- Starting at $41,945 MSRP
- Standard Drivetrain - all-electric single-motor RWD (248 horsepower / 310 lb-ft of torque) or all-electric dual-motor AWD (402 horsepower / 494 lb-ft of torque
- Maximum Towing Capacity - 2,000 pounds
- Seating Capacity - 5 Passengers
- Cargo Capacity - 57.5 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom (Front/Rear) 37.6 / 38.3 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 40.9 / 36.1 inches
If the EX40 looks familiar, that's because it's heavily based on the XC40, including the almost identical styling. The big difference between the two is the drivetrain, with the EX40 being the all-electric version of the two. It is available with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and 248 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque or 402 horsepower and 494 lb-ft of torque. In RWD form, the output is very similar to what you get in the SC40, but upgrading to the more powerful AWD drivetrain turns the EX40 into a genuine performance machine, with a 0-60 time of just 4.6 seconds.
Everything you love about the interior of the XC40 is here in the EX40, and the trim levels for both are the same as well. That means highly desirable options like the 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system can be found on the EX40 too. There is a variety of available interior colors and materials, including sustainably sourced upholstery. And there's one more feature that sets the EX40 apart from its gas-powered counterpart, and that is the under-hood storage compartment, made possible by the fact that the electric drivetrain doesn't need to use that space.
Volvo C40
Key Features
- Starting at $54,695 MSRP
- Fully electric drivetrain, rear-wheel drive with an output of 248 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, or all-wheel drive with an output of 402 horsepower and 487 lb-ft of torque
- Range - 297 miles
- Maximium Towing Capacity - 2,000 pounds
- Seating Capacity - Up to 5 Passengers
- Cargo Capacity - 49 cubic feet
- Interior Headroom (Front/Rear) - 39.4 / 36.7 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 40.9 / 36.1 inches
The C40 is an exceptionally well-executed mix of style, performance, and practicality. Its sloping roof sets it apart from the mechanically similar XC40 Recharge, and its available 402 horsepower sets it well apart from the rest of the compact crossover segment. The all-electric drivetrain comes with standard rear-wheel drive and a range of up to 297 miles. The standard drivetrain comes with 248 horsepower, but if you want more power, there is a dual-motor setup available, which produces the aforementioned 402 horsepower. This setup also give you all-wheel drive. The range isn't quite as long, but the 257 miles of range that comes with the dual-motor setup isn't a big enough difference that buyers who want more power or AWD should be deterred. The C40's compact size makes it easy to live with, even in urban areas, but smart use of interior space means that you still have tons of cargo space, and a 2,000-pound towing capacity for when you have cargo that rolls. That isn't something you would usually associate with a vehicle that can hit 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds, but the Volvo C40 redefines what versatility means.
The quiet of the electric drivetrain in the C40 really lets you enjoy the sound of the available 600W Harman Kardon Premium Sound system, complete with 13 hi-fi speakers, which is tuned specifically for use in the C40 using Dirac® Unison Tuning. The interior feels open and bright too, thanks to the standard panoramic sunroof, and the legendary Volvo safety design and tech will keep you feeling safe as well.
Volvo EX90
Key Features
- Starting price $81,290 MSRP
- Fully electric Twin Motor drivetrain with either 402 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, or 510 horsepower and 671 lb-ft of torque
- Seating Capacity - Up to 7 Passengers
- Range - Up to 310 miles
- Interior Headroom (Front/Rear) - 44.2 / 41.6 inches
- Interior Legroom (Front/Rear) - 40.9 / 36.5 inches
If you're looking for a technological marvel, a powerhouse of the most advanced automotive technology on the road, and you also want it to have seating for 7, the vehicle for you is the Volvo EX90. This all-electric SUV comes with standard all-wheel drive and a range of up to 310 miles. It will hit 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds, thanks to its available 510 horsepower, an incredible feat for a 7-seat SUV. But as impressive as the performance of the EX90 is, there is so much more to this vehicle than that. The use of lidar and interior occupant sensing make this the highest level of safety for any Volvo ever, and with Volvo, that's saying a lot. Thanks to a highly advanced array of cameras and sensors, the EX90 is able to get the best possible picture of what is going on around it, and take the necessary precautions automatically, thanks to the advanced Pilot Assist enhanced driver assistance.
The interior seats 7, and by that we mean 7 actual adults, which isn't always the case with 7-seaters. The standard panoramic sunroof provides natural light for all onboard, and the clean Scandinavian design makes for a serene place to enjoy a road trip. There is an available Bowers & Wilkins 3D sound system, tailored specifically for the EX90 and featuring 25 speakers and Dolby Atmos, all of which adds up to an almost otherworldly listening experience.
