Acura RL vs Volvo S40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Volvo S40
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $27,750 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 236 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 31.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,338 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 176.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $27,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | T5 R-Design $31,150 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Volvo S40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2011 Volvo S40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Volvo S40 starts lower at $27,750.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,750).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).