Cadillac XT4 vs Volvo XC40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volvo XC40
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Luxury | B4 Core |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,795 | $39,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,779 (best) | $18,895 |
| Median listing price | $27,647 (best) | $35,750 |
| Highest listing price | $35,500 (best) | $55,357 |
| For sale now | 20 | 49 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | 14.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp (best) | 194 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.9 cu ft | 57.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,750 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,479 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,702 lbs | 3,667 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 109 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 180.1 in (best) | 174.8 in |
| Width | 76.7 in (best) | 76.3 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 65.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (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 | Cadillac XT4 | Volvo XC40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Luxury $40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B4 Core $39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Luxury $43,295 MSRP | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $41,595 MSRP | B4 Plus $43,900 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport $44,095 MSRP | B5 Plus $47,300 MSRP |
| 5 | — | B5 Ultra $51,250 MSRP |
| 6 | — | B5 Ultra Black Edition $51,900 MSRP |
Live inventory
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B5 Core
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Cadillac XT4 vs Volvo XC40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Cadillac XT4 vs 2026 Volvo XC40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Volvo XC40 starts lower at $39,900. Live Cadillac XT4 listings start at $17,779. Live Volvo XC40 listings start at $18,895.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (247).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Cadillac XT4 vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XT4 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).