Kia Telluride 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 TellurideLX | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | B4 Core |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,190 (best) | $39,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,470 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $33,385 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $33,394 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 5 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 14.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 274 hp (best) | 194 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft (best) | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Volvo XC40B4 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 89.3 cu ft (best) | 57.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,381 lbs | 3,667 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 174.8 in |
| Width | 78.3 in (best) | 76.3 in |
| Height | 69.5 in (best) | 65.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | 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) | 2 | 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 | Kia Telluride | Volvo XC40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $39,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B4 Core $39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $42,090 MSRP | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP |
| 3 | S $44,090 MSRP | B4 Plus $43,900 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $43,790 MSRP | B5 Plus $47,300 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $45,790 MSRP | B5 Ultra $51,250 MSRP |
| 6 | X-Line EX $47,290 MSRP | B5 Ultra Black Edition $51,900 MSRP |
| 7 | SX $48,790 MSRP | — |
| 8 | X-Line SX $51,790 MSRP | — |
| 9 | X-Pro SX $53,690 MSRP | — |
| 10 | SX-Prestige $53,890 MSRP | — |
| 11 | X-Line SX-Prestige $54,890 MSRP | — |
| 12 | X-Pro SX-Prestige $56,790 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Kia Telluride vs Volvo XC40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Telluride 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: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Telluride starts lower at $39,190. Live Kia Telluride listings start at $20,470.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on horsepower in this comparison (274).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Volvo XC40?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Kia Telluride vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).