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Hyundai XG300 vs Volvo S40

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

Vehicles

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2001 Hyundai XG300

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2011 Volvo S40

Overview

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
Selected trimBaseT5
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20012011

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
MSRP$23,499 (best)$27,750
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
Combined MPG20 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
Horsepower192 hp227 hp (best)
Torque178 lb-ft236 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I5

Size & capability

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume31.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,604 lbs3,338 lbs (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in (best)103.9 in
Length191.5 in (best)176.2 in
Width71.9 in (best)69.7 in
Height55.9 in57.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai XG300BaseVolvo S40T5
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)42 (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.

TrimHyundai XG300Volvo S40
1

Base

$23,499 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5

$27,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

L

$24,999 MSRP

T5 R-Design

$31,150 MSRP

Hyundai XG300 vs Volvo S40 FAQ

Which is better: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2001 Hyundai XG300 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: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 Hyundai XG300 starts lower at $23,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2001 Hyundai XG300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,499).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2001 Hyundai XG300 or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).