2024 Volvo XC40 vs. Volvo XC60 | Similarities & Differences Compared

Indulge your senses in quiet comfort in either the 2024 Volvo XC40 or 2024 Volvo XC60. Both are five-passenger SUVs built for life on the go, but which is right for your requirements? The team at McLaughlin Volvo Cars has crafted this 2024 Volvo XC40 vs. Volvo XC60 model review to help you figure out which one is best for you and help you decide. 

If you’re interested in seeing one or both of these SUVs in person, choose from among our current options in our new inventory, then schedule a test drive at our Moline, IL, dealership. Have questions? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us online. If you’re from Bettendorf, IA, Davenport, IA, or other communities in the Quad Cities area, we welcome you to stop by anytime. 

Volvo XC60 Key Features

The Volvo XC60 is a premium, spacious two-row SUV powered by either a mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid engine, depending on which you prefer. You can learn more about this Volvo SUV by heading over to our XC60 review. Key features include: 

• Mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines
• Five-passenger seating
• Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®
• Ventilated front seats
• Graphical head-up display
• Google built-in

Volvo XC40 Key Features

If fully electric power is something you’re interested in, the Volvo XC40 has two fully electric powertrain options available when you choose the Recharge model, as well as a mild hybrid engine option for the standard model. This five-passenger SUV is ideal for families looking to minimize their carbon footprint without sacrificing comfort. For more information, head over to our XC40 review. Key features include: 

• Mild hybrid engine or two fully electric powertrains
• Five-passenger seating
• Heated front and rear seats
• Driver’s seat with memory settings
• 360-degree camera
• Google built-in

Interior Features Compared

Discover a retreat from the outside world within either the 2024 Volvo XC60 or 2024 Volvo XC40. Both share many similarities, though a key difference is their size. The XC40 is smaller and can hold up to 57.5 cubic feet of cargo behind the front seats, while the XC60 has space for up to 63.3 cubic feet of cargo. 

While both offer heated front and rear seats, only the XC60 has available ventilated front seats. Keep your passengers’ comfort in mind with the two-zone climate control on the XC40 or four-zone climate control on the XC60. If you need extra seat support, the XC40 offers front seat manual cushion extension; the XC60 has a driver’s seat power cushion extension, front seat power side bolsters, and front seat massage functionality. Available interior features for both include: 

• Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors
• Power-folding rear head restraints
• Mid-level or high-level interior illumination
• Panoramic roof
• Heated front and rear seats

Engine Specs Available

Efficient energy and powerful performance abound in the 2024 Volvo XC60 and XC40. The XC40 offers a mild hybrid engine and two fully electric powertrains, while the XC60 offers a mild hybrid and a plug-in hybrid engine. Most of their engines are paired with all-wheel drive (AWD) with the sole exception of the single motor extended range electric powertrain standard on the XC40 Recharge, which comes with rear-wheel drive (RWD). If you plan to tow, both SUVs can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped with the appropriate engine. Go from 0 to 60 MPH in 4.5 seconds when you drive the XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid or 4.6 seconds when you drive the XC40 Recharge twin motor electric powertrain. Engine specs include: 

Safety & Technology Similarities

Stay in the know with safety technology and infotainment systems available in the 2024 Volvo XC40 and 2024 Volvo XC60. Both include similar features like a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, a 9-inch infotainment display, and a Google built-in interface. 

What are the differences between these two SUVs? The XC60 comes with a graphical head-up display to help you stay focused on the road, which is unavailable on the XC40. If you’re a music aficionado, you’ll find that the XC60 offers a standard ten-speaker high-performance audio system or an available 14-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system. Meanwhile, the XC40 has an eight-speaker high-performance audio system or available 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system. Available driver assist and infotainment features for both include: 

Driver assist:

• BLIS® (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
• Lane keeping aid
• Oncoming lane mitigation
• Rear park assist camera
• Rain sensor
• Road sign information
• Slippery road alert
• Hill descent control
• Adaptive cruise control
• Pilot assist
• 360-degree camera

Infotainment:

• 12-in. instrument panel
• 9-in. infotainment display
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Bluetooth®
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
• Google built in (Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play store)

Schedule a Volvo Test Drive Today

Come see the new Volvo XC40 or new Volvo XC60 at McLaughlin Volvo Cars! First, choose your favorite from our online inventory. Next, use our scheduling form to lock in a test drive. If you have any questions, you can reach our Moline, IL, dealership by phone at (309) 490-8208 or through our online form.

2023 Volvo XC40 vs. XC60 Comparison | Moline, IL

If you’re searching for a luxurious five-passenger SUV with futuristic elements, consider either the 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Volvo XC60. Both offer mild hybrid engines, as well as a fully electric powertrain on the XC40 and a plug-in hybrid powertrain on the XC60. For more information about these two Volvo SUVs, take a look at this Volvo XC40 vs. Volvo XC60 comparison crafted by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team. 

Interested in more information? View our XC40 review or XC60 review. 

If you’re ready to schedule a test drive of either of these Volvo SUVs, view our XC40 inventory and XC60 inventory, then pair your favorite model with an XC40 offer or XC60 offer. Next, use our online form to make an appointment for a test drive. Have questions? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us through our contact form. In addition to serving Moline, IL, residents, we are also proud to serve the Quad Cities community, which includes Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA. 

2023 Volvo XC40 vs. XC60 Interior Comfort & Technology

Discover lavish amenities in either the 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Volvo XC60. Certain XC60 models offer plush accommodations like Nappa leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and a crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®. If you choose select XC40 models, you can discover a leather-free interior, partially recycled carpets, and a back-lit ambience that emanates from light strips in trim throughout the cabin. 

Audiophiles in the XC40 can listen to their favorite tunes through either an eight-speaker high-performance sound system or 13-speaker Harman Kardon® sound system. When you choose an XC60, listen to your playlists or podcasts through either the ten-speaker high-performance sound system, 14-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system or 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins high fidelity sound system. 

Other available 2023 Volvo XC40 and XC60 interior and technology features include: 

• Heated and power-adjustable front seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Panoramic moonroof with power sunshade
• Power-folding rear head restraints
• Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ 
• Bluetooth® 
• 12-in. instrument cluster
• 9-in. infotainment touchscreen with Google built-in
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
• Volvo Cars remote access app

Dimensions & Cargo Space

Both the 2023 Volvo XC60 and XC40 offer ample space for cargo and passengers. Of these two Volvo SUVs, the XC60 is larger, thus offering more cargo capacity, as well as better second-row legroom. View XC40 and XC60 interior dimensions in the accompanying table. 

Engine, Transmission, & Performance

Whether you choose the 2023 Volvo XC40 or XC60, you’ll find dynamic and fuel-efficient engine options. The Volvo XC40 Recharge boasts an all-electric powertrain that can reach 223 miles of pure electric range and can charge from ten to 80-percent in 37 minutes with a 150-kilowatt DC fast charger. All of the mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines offered between the XC40 and XC60 are 2.0L four-cylinder engines with eight-speed automatic transmissions, but that is as far as the similarities go. If you choose the B4 mild hybrid on the XC40, it comes with front-wheel drive (FWD). The B5 mild hybrid on the XC60 is offered in either FWD or all-wheel drive (AWD). All other engines available with the XC40 and XC60 are only available with AWD. 

View 2023 Volvo XC40 and XC60 engine specifications in the accompanying charts. 

Available Colors

Whether you prefer subtlety or boldness, there’s a 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Volvo XC60 color for you. Only the XC40 offers Sage Green and Fjord Blue as color options, and only the XC60 offers Denim Blue and Platinum Grey as potential paint colors. 

2023 Volvo XC40 Colors

• Sage Green
• Fjord Blue
• Onyx Black
• Fusion Red
• Thunder Grey
• Silver Dawn
• Bright Dusk
• Black Stone

2023 Volvo XC60 Colors

• Denim Blue
• Platinum Grey
• Onyx Black
• Fusion Red
• Thunder Grey
• Silver Dawn
• Bright Dusk
• Black Stone

Safety Options & Features

Protect your loved ones with premium driver assistance features equipped to the 2023 Volvo XC40 and XC60, like a 360-degree camera and road sign information. Other XC40 and XC60 driver assist features include: 

• Adaptive cruise control
• Whiplash injury protection system
• Pilot assist
• Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
• BLIS­™ (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
• Lane keeping aid and oncoming lane mitigation

2023 Volvo XC40 vs. XC60 Price

The 2023 Volvo XC40 starts at $36,350 MSRP, while the 2023 Volvo XC60 has a starting MSRP of $43,450.