Acura TL 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 TLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,030 | $27,750 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft (best) | 236 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLBase | 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 | 3,726 lbs | 3,338 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 194 in (best) | 176.2 in |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Volvo S40T5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 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 TL | Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $36,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $27,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Special Edition $37,530 MSRP | T5 R-Design $31,150 MSRP |
| 3 | SH-AWD $39,580 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 5 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SH-AWD $45,510 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,760 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Advance Package $41,960 MSRP | — |
Acura TL vs Volvo S40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TL 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: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Volvo S40 starts lower at $27,750.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,750).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Acura TL or 2011 Volvo S40?
- The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TL vs 2011 Volvo S40?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TL (4/5 NHTSA overall).