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Honda Pilot vs Volvo XC40

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

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2026 Honda Pilot

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2026 Volvo XC40

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Overview

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
Selected trimSportB4 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
MSRP$42,395$39,900 (best)
Lowest listing price$37,991 (best)—
Median listing price$48,037 (best)—
Highest listing price$55,867 (best)—
For sale now14 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
Combined MPG22 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)14.2 gal

Performance

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
Horsepower285 hp (best)194 hp
Torque262 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume87 cu ft (best)57.5 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,336 lbs3,667 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.3 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)106.4 in
Length200.1 in (best)174.8 in
Width78.5 in (best)76.3 in
Height71 in (best)65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda PilotSportVolvo XC40B4 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimHonda PilotVolvo XC40
1

Sport

$42,395 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B4 Core

$39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$44,495 MSRP

B5 Core

$42,600 MSRP

3

EX-L

$44,695 MSRP

B4 Plus

$43,900 MSRP

4

EX-L

$46,795 MSRP

B5 Plus

$47,300 MSRP

5

TrailSport

$50,595 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$51,250 MSRP

6

Touring

$51,295 MSRP

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$51,900 MSRP

7

Touring S

$52,295 MSRP

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8

Elite

$53,695 MSRP

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9

Black Edition

$55,195 MSRP

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Live inventory

Honda Pilot vs Volvo XC40 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Pilot 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: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Volvo XC40 starts lower at $39,900. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $37,991.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).