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Cadillac XT4 vs Volvo XC40

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2025 Cadillac XT4

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2026 Volvo XC40

Overview

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo XC40B4 Core
Selected trimPremium LuxuryB4 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission9-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20252026

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo 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 now2049 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo XC40B4 Core
Combined MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)14.2 gal

Performance

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo XC40B4 Core
Horsepower235 hp (best)194 hp
Torque258 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo XC40B4 Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume48.9 cu ft57.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,750 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,479 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,702 lbs3,667 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.8 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase109 in (best)106.4 in
Length180.1 in (best)174.8 in
Width76.7 in (best)76.3 in
Height64.1 in65.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac XT4Premium LuxuryVolvo XC40B4 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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.

TrimCadillac XT4Volvo 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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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).