Kia Niro EV vs Volvo XC40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volvo XC40
Overview
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Wind | B4 Core |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,700 (best) | $39,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,151 | $18,895 (best) |
| Median listing price | $32,108 (best) | $35,373 |
| Highest listing price | $48,090 (best) | $55,357 |
| For sale now | 24 | 42 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 32 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 253 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 7.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 14.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 194 hp |
| Torque | 188 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.7 cu ft (best) | 57.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,803 lbs | 3,667 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 174 in | 174.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 76.3 in (best) |
| Height | 61.8 in | 65.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Kia Niro EV | Volvo XC40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wind $39,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B4 Core $39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Wave $44,700 MSRP | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | B4 Plus $43,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 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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Kia Niro EV vs Volvo XC40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Niro EV 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 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Niro EV starts lower at $39,700. Live Kia Niro EV listings start at $20,151. Live Volvo XC40 listings start at $18,895.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (253).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (247).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Kia Niro EV vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).