2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $39,755 to $59,200
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC40

2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City Info not available 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 5,300 - 5,600 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Volvo XC40. The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Explorer is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC40.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Volvo XC40, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.

Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC40, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.