Subaru Crosstrek vs Volvo XC40

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Subaru Crosstrek
Subaru Crosstrek

$36,490 - $47,590

2026 price

Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40

$34,999 - $57,990

2024 price

Summary

2026 Subaru Crosstrek
2024 Volvo XC40
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Flat 4, 2.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
7.2L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Small boot
  • Pricey servicing
  • Not particularly fuel efficient

  • Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
  • Loud cabin at higher speeds
  • Interior trims don't match grade level
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Summary

Among the many strange new car brands and names we're increasingly confronted with Subaru is an established and trusted beacon along with Honda, Hyundai, Mazda and Toyota. And Subaru’s Crosstrek SUV competes against rivals such as the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30 and Toyota Corolla Cross. 

So, what does the Crosstrek give you for your money and what’s different or better about the Crosstrek compared to those rivals? 

We tested the mid-grade Crosstrek 2.0S and rediscovered what this small SUV does so well and what could probably be improved.

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2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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