2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Comparison | Moline, IL
If you’re searching for a modern crossover SUV, consider either the 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Mazda CX-5. What are some key differences? The Volvo XC40 can tow more and offers three powertrain options, including a fully electric powertrain. Meanwhile the Mazda CX-5 offers two engine options and a light-duty towing capacity. For more information, read through this 2023 Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 comparison crafted by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team.
Interested in more information about the XC40? Navigate to our Volvo XC40 review.
Ready to get behind the wheel of the XC40? Schedule a test drive at our Moline, IL, dealership and be sure to take a look at our new Volvo XC40 inventory. Also, consider one of our attractive financing options put together by our finance team. If you have any questions, give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us through our online contact form. Our Quad Cities dealership is happy to serve residents of Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA, as well as surrounding communities.
The 2023 Volvo XC40 starts at $37,645 MSRP, while the 2023 Mazda CX-5 has a starting MSRP of $26,700.
2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Interior Features
Settle into a cabin designed to suit your unique requirements when you select either a 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Mazda CX-5. The Volvo XC40 is made for environmentally conscious drivers and offers a leather-free interior. The Mazda, on the other hand, can be equipped with cloth or leatherette seats, but does include a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Put on your favorite playlists or podcasts with help from the 13-speaker Harman Kardon® sound system offered on the XC40 or the Bose® ten-speaker audio system available on the CX-5. Other available 2023 Volvo XC40 interior and technology features include:
- Partially recycled carpets
- 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

2023 Volvo XC40
2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Cargo Space & Dimensions
The 2023 Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 offer comparable cargo capacities behind the first row, which you can take advantage of by folding the rear seat on either model into the floor with the mechanical seat release on the XC40 or 40/20/40 split one-touch fold-down rear seats on the CX-5. View Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 interior dimensions in the accompanying table.
Volvo XC40
Passenger Capacity | Five |
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Max. Cargo Capacity | 57.5 cu.-ft. |
Cargo Behind Second Row | 16 cu.-ft. |
First- / Second-Row Headroom | 39 / 39.1 in. |
First- / Second-Row Legroom | 40.9 / 36.1 in. |
Mazda CX-5
Passenger Capacity | Five |
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Max. Cargo Capacity | 59.3 cu.-ft. |
Cargo Behind Second Row | 30.8 cu.-ft. |
First- / Second-Row Headroom | 37.7 / 39 in. |
First- / Second-Row Legroom | 41 / 39.6 in. |
2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Performance & Fuel Economy
The 2023 Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 both offer unique and innovative performance capabilities. Notably, the XC40 Recharge fully electric powertrain can achieve up to 223 miles of pure electric range on a full charge. Shift from gear to gear easily with the eight-speed automatic transmission on the XC40 or SKYACTIV®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission on the CX-5. The XC40 is equipped with front-wheel drive (FWD) with its B4 mild hybrid engine and all-wheel drive (AWD) with the B5 mild hybrid and Recharge fully electric. The CX-5 is standard with i-ACTIV AWD®. View Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 engine specifications in the accompanying tables.
2023 Volvo XC40
B4 mild hybrid
B5 mild hybrid
Recharge fully electric
2023 Mazda CX-5
2.5L SKYACTIV®-G I4
2.5L SKYACTIV®-G turbo I4

2023 Volvo XC40
2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Colors
Whether your aesthetic is earthy, neutral, or bold, there’s a 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Mazda CX-5 color for you.
2023 Volvo XC40
- Sage Green
- Fjord Blue
- Onyx Black
- Fusion Red
- Thunder Grey
- Silver Dawn
- Bright Dusk
- Black Stone
- Crystal White
2023 Mazda CX-5
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Rhodium White Metallic
- Machine Gray Metallic
- Eternal Blue Mica
- Jet Black Mica
- Sonic Silver Metallic
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Polymetal Gray Metallic
2023 Volvo XC40 vs. Mazda CX-5 Reliability
Protect your loved ones with the driver assistance technology on either the 2023 Volvo XC40 or 2023 Mazda CX-5. Monitor your blind spots with the blind spot monitoring systems on either model. View available 2023 Volvo XC40 and Mazda CX-5 driver assist and safety features in the following lists.
2023 Volvo XC40
- Adaptive cruise control
- Whiplash injury protection system
- Pilot assist
- Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
- BLISÂâ„¢ (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
- Lane keeping aid and oncoming lane mitigation
- 360-degree camera
- Road sign information
2023 Mazda CX-5
- Blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert
- Mazda radar cruise control with stop and go
- Smart brake support with pedestrian detection and collision warning
- Lane departure warning with lane keep assist
- Adaptive front lighting system
- Driver attention alert
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