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Used 2020 Volvo XC40 SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 Volvo XC40 is a compact luxury crossover with seating for five. Three trim levels are available: Momentum, R-Design and Inscription. The Momentum comes respectably equipped with luxury and safety features. Upgrading to the R-Design costs a bit more and adds exterior styling enhancements and additional luxury features, while the Inscription trades the R-Design's sporty upgrades for even more amenities. Each trim is also available with several features packages and stand-alone options.

The XC40 is sold with two powertrains, both using a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The front-wheel-drive T4 produces 187 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. Opting for the all-wheel-drive T5 boosts output to 248 hp and 258 lb-ft.

Selecting either powertrain in the Momentum configuration equips the XC40 with features such as 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, a power liftgate, keyless ignition, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power-adjustable driver's seat, driver-seat memory functions, and cloth and faux-leather upholstery.

Also included are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality and an eight-speaker audio system. Standard safety features include lane departure warning and mitigation and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.

There are two primary option packages for the Momentum: Convenience and Premium. Go with the Convenience package to get features such as dual-zone climate control and an adjustable cargo load floor. The Premium package adds a hands-free liftgate, keyless entry, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, a wireless charging pad, and a blind-spot monitor.

The R-Design trim includes both of the above packages, plus larger wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery with faux-suede inserts, and a navigation system. The luxe Inscription starts with the Momentum plus Convenience and Premium packages. From there, it adds unique wheels, leather upholstery, wood trim, and some of the R-Design's luxury features.

Other options to be on the lookout for include the Advanced package (more safety features, including adaptive cruise control) and the Momentum-only Multimedia package (adds navigation and a 13-speaker Harman Kardon audio system).

Which XC40 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Unless you absolutely need leather seats, we recommend sticking with the base Momentum trim. It's reasonably priced and you can equip it with many of the features of the higher trims via packages. The Convenience and Premium packages are highly recommended. They add a lot of extras without adding much to the bottom line. If you want adaptive cruise control, you'll have to opt for the Advanced package.

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Columbus, IN
Vehicle
XC40 T4 Momentum
XC40 T5 Momentum
XC40 T4 R-Design
XC40 T4 Inscription
XC40 T5 R-Design
XC40 T5 Inscription
Vehicle
T4 Momentum
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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T5 Momentum
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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T4 R-Design
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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T4 Inscription
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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T5 R-Design
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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T5 Inscription
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
optional
optional
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
standard
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette/cloth
leatherette/cloth
leather/sueded microfiber
leather
leather/sueded microfiber
leather
Heated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
standard
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
187 hp @ 4,700 rpm
248 hp @ 5,500 rpm
187 hp @ 4,700 rpm
187 hp @ 4,700 rpm
248 hp @ 5,500 rpm
248 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
221 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
221 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm
221 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/55R18
235/55R18
235/50R19
235/55R18
235/50R19
235/55R18
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
19 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
19 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
23 / 33 / 27 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
23 / 33 / 27 MPG
23 / 33 / 27 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
327 / 469 miles
312 / 426 miles
327 / 469 miles
327 / 469 miles
312 / 426 miles
312 / 426 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
Curb weight
3,574 lb.
3,729 lb.
3,602 lb.
3,756 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
80.1 in.
80.1 in.
80.1 in.
80.1 in.
80.1 in.
80.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
Height
65.3 in.
65.3 in.
65.3 in.
65.3 in.
65.3 in.
65.3 in.
Length
174.2 in.
174.2 in.
174.2 in.
174.2 in.
174.2 in.
174.2 in.
Wheelbase
106.4 in.
106.4 in.
106.4 in.
106.4 in.
106.4 in.
106.4 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
20.7 cu. ft.
20.7 cu. ft.
20.7 cu. ft.
20.7 cu. ft.
20.7 cu. ft.
20.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
Front Leg Room
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.7 in.
56.7 in.
56.7 in.
56.7 in.
56.7 in.
56.7 in.
Rear Head Room
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$46,512
$49,151
$48,302
$48,356
$50,057
$50,411
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.62
$0.66
$0.64
$0.64
$0.67
$0.67
Depreciation
$10,380
$11,129
$11,621
$12,321
$11,844
$11,960
Financing
$3,860
$4,190
$4,224
$4,681
$4,320
$4,481
Taxes & Fees
$1,873
$2,032
$2,047
$2,267
$2,093
$2,170
Fuel
$12,457
$13,443
$12,457
$12,457
$13,443
$13,443
Insurance
$3,807
$3,818
$3,818
$3,818
$3,818
$3,818
Maintenance
$8,282
$8,301
$8,282
$6,959
$8,301
$8,301
Repairs
$5,853
$6,238
$5,853
$5,853
$6,238
$6,238
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Amber, leather
Charcoal, leather
Blond, leather
Charcoal, leatherette/cloth
Blond, leatherette/cloth
Oxide Red, leather
Amber, leather
Charcoal, leather
Blond, leather
Charcoal, leatherette/cloth
Blond, leatherette/cloth
Oxide Red, leather
Charcoal, premium leather
Amber, leather
Charcoal, leather
Blond, leather
Oxide Red, leather
Charcoal, premium leather
Amber, leather
Charcoal, leather
Blond, leather
Oxide Red, leather
Exterior
Fusion Red Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic
Ice White
Black Stone
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Fusion Red Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic
Ice White
Black Stone
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Bursting Blue Metallic
Fusion Red Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Pebble Grey Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Bursting Blue Metallic
Fusion Red Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Pebble Grey Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Onyx Black Metallic