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Lexus NX350h vs Volvo XC40

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

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2026 Lexus NX350h

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2026 Volvo XC40

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Overview

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo XC40B4 Core
Selected trim350hB4 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typehybridmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo XC40B4 Core
MSRP$44,775$39,900 (best)
Lowest listing price—$18,895 (best)
Median listing price—$35,811 (best)
Highest listing price—$55,357 (best)
For sale now050 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo XC40B4 Core
Combined MPG40 MPG (best)27 MPG
City MPG42 MPG (best)25 MPG
Highway MPG38 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank14.5 gal (best)14.2 gal

Performance

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo XC40B4 Core
Horsepower240 hp (best)194 hp
Torque—221 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo XC40B4 Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume46.9 cu ft57.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload895 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,945 lbs3,667 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.1 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase105.9 in106.4 in (best)
Length183.5 in (best)174.8 in
Width73.4 in76.3 in (best)
Height66.1 in (best)65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX350h350hVolvo 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 reportedNone 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.

TrimLexus NX350hVolvo XC40
1

350h

$44,775 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B4 Core

$39,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

350h

$46,325 MSRP

B5 Core

$42,600 MSRP

3

350h Premium

$46,700 MSRP

B4 Plus

$43,900 MSRP

4

350h Premium

$48,250 MSRP

B5 Plus

$47,300 MSRP

5

350h Luxury

$50,840 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$51,250 MSRP

6

350h Luxury

$52,390 MSRP

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$51,900 MSRP

7

350h F SPORT Handling

$53,250 MSRP

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8

350h F SPORT Handling

$54,800 MSRP

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Live inventory

Lexus NX350h vs Volvo XC40 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2026 Volvo XC40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lexus NX350h 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 Lexus NX350h or 2026 Volvo XC40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Volvo XC40 starts lower at $39,900. Live Volvo XC40 listings start at $18,895.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lexus NX350h or 2026 Volvo XC40?
The 2026 Volvo XC40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (247).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Lexus NX350h 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 Lexus NX350h vs 2026 Volvo XC40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC40 (5/5 NHTSA overall).