Volvo XC40 Recharge vs Volvo XC60
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volvo XC60
Overview
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Single Motor Core | B5 Core |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,450 | $49,700 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 30 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 106 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 293 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 8 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 18.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 248 hp (best) | 247 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | 266 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 57.5 cu ft | 63.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,554 lbs | 4,131 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 112.8 in (best) |
| Length | 174.8 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 73.3 in (best) | — |
| Height | 65 in | 65.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Volvo XC40 RechargeSingle Motor Core | Volvo XC60B5 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 | Volvo XC40 Recharge | Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Single Motor Core $52,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B5 Core $49,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Twin Motor Core $54,200 MSRP | B5 Plus $54,300 MSRP |
| 3 | Single Motor Plus $55,400 MSRP | B5 Ultra $59,650 MSRP |
| 4 | Twin Motor Plus $57,150 MSRP | B5 Ultra Black Edition $60,800 MSRP |
| 5 | Single Motor Ultimate $58,800 MSRP | T8 Core $61,150 MSRP |
| 6 | Twin Motor Ultimate $60,550 MSRP | T8 Plus $65,600 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T8 Ultra $70,950 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T8 Ultra Black Edition $72,050 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T8 Polestar Engineered $79,800 MSRP |