2025 Genesis GV70 vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 Genesis GV70

2025 Genesis
GV70

MSRP*: $45,700 to $58,300
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2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.9 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.6 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.1 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 Genesis GV70 than in the Volvo XC40. The Genesis GV70 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV70 as you will with the Volvo XC40, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the Genesis GV70 or the Volvo XC40, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Genesis GV70 is about the same width as the Volvo XC40. If you go with the Genesis GV70, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Genesis GV70 has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC40, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Genesis GV70 will do just as well as the Volvo XC40, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Genesis GV70 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Genesis GV70 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV70 and the Volvo XC40. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Genesis GV70 as you will in the Volvo XC40.