2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs 2019 Volvo XC40

2019 Volvo XC40
2019 Volvo XC40
$33,700MSRP
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2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$30,545MSRP
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2019 Volvo XC40
$33,700MSRP
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The 2019 Volvo XC40 edges out the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport with a slightly higher overall score. The XC40 offers a compelling combination of standout styling, impressive performance, innovative form and function, advanced technology, and a strong focus on safety, making it a well-rounded choice for consumers.

Overview

MSRP

$33,700

MSRP

$30,545

Average price

$22,434

Average price

$25,133

Listings

112

Listings

410
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Irritating transmission
  • Poor visibility
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Comfortable
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Poor value for money
  • Poor fuel economy

2019 Volvo XC40 Reviews Summary

If any brand is experiencing a revival in terms of both form and function, it's Volvo. The Swedish automaker is experiencing a renaissance, delivering new cars that are not only breathtaking to look at inside and out, but that also provide fantastic technology, safety, and performance.

Volvo was once the Safety Brand, but with the advent of advanced safety technology, many other brands have caught up. Volvo has found its niche in high fashion, backed by continually improving safety technology that rivals the best in the world.

This recent trend started with the XC90 SUV and was followed by the V90 wagon. These are world-class vehicles, but they also fetch high prices.

Enter the 2019 Volvo XC40. It scales down much of what makes those high-end models so great, offering it in a (comparatively) more affordable subcompact SUV package. The XC40 offers ingenious cargo solutions, incredibly advanced technology, and even a new way to go about car ownership. Is that enough to make it stand out compared to other subcompact SUVs? Read on to find out.

2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Reviews Summary

Some midsize SUV buyers don’t need a third-row seat. Enter the new 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, a 5-passenger version of the company’s popular 7-passenger Atlas. Smaller in size, the rakishly penned Atlas Cross Sport nevertheless provides plenty of passenger and cargo space at a small discount relative to the larger Atlas. Who says style costs extra?
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 187 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 235 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

187 hp @ 4700 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

23

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

33

MPG Highway

24
2019 Volvo XC40
2019 Volvo XC40
$33,700MSRP
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2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$30,545MSRP
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2019 Volvo XC40
$33,700MSRP
Overview
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2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$30,545MSRP
Overview
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CarGurus highlights

Winning Vehicle Image

The 2019 Volvo XC40 edges out the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport with a slightly higher overall score. The XC40 offers a compelling combination of standout styling, impressive performance, innovative form and function, advanced technology, and a strong focus on safety, making it a well-rounded choice for consumers.

Overview
MSRP
$33,700
$30,545
Average price
$22,434
$25,133
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
4.9
Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Read full review

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Irritating transmission
  • Poor visibility
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Comfortable
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Poor value for money
  • Poor fuel economy
Summary

If any brand is experiencing a revival in terms of both form and function, it's Volvo. The Swedish automaker is experiencing a renaissance, delivering new cars that are not only breathtaking to look at inside and out, but that also provide fantastic technology, safety, and performance.

Volvo was once the Safety Brand, but with the advent of advanced safety technology, many other brands have caught up. Volvo has found its niche in high fashion, backed by continually improving safety technology that rivals the best in the world.

This recent trend started with the XC90 SUV and was followed by the V90 wagon. These are world-class vehicles, but they also fetch high prices.

Enter the 2019 Volvo XC40. It scales down much of what makes those high-end models so great, offering it in a (comparatively) more affordable subcompact SUV package. The XC40 offers ingenious cargo solutions, incredibly advanced technology, and even a new way to go about car ownership. Is that enough to make it stand out compared to other subcompact SUVs? Read on to find out.

Some midsize SUV buyers don’t need a third-row seat. Enter the new 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, a 5-passenger version of the company’s popular 7-passenger Atlas. Smaller in size, the rakishly penned Atlas Cross Sport nevertheless provides plenty of passenger and cargo space at a small discount relative to the larger Atlas. Who says style costs extra?
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 187 hp I4
2.0L 235 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
187 hp @ 4700 rpm
MPG City
23
21
MPG Highway
33
24
Look and feel
2019 Volvo XC40
9/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
8/10
The 2019 Volvo XC40 is rated 9 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, while the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is rated 8 out of 10. The XC40 boasts standout styling with an upright appearance, providing ample head- and legroom. It comes in three trims: Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription, each offering unique design elements and features. The larger Atlas Cross Sport offers a sleek SUV coupe look with a stylish interior and a variety of trims and packages to choose from.
Performance
2019 Volvo XC40
7/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
7/10
CarGurus experts rate both the 2019 Volvo XC40 and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 7 out of 10 for performance. The XC40 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivering 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, while the Atlas Cross Sport offers a standard 2.0-liter turbo engine and an optional 3.6-liter V6 engine, providing 235 horsepower and 276 horsepower, respectively.
Form and function
2019 Volvo XC40
9/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
9/10
Both the 2019 Volvo XC40 and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport receive a rating of 9 out of 10 for form and function. The XC40 offers impressive space utilization, including a clever trash bin in the center console and ample backseat legroom. The Atlas Cross Sport provides a spacious interior with comfortable seating for both front and rear passengers and generous cargo space.
Technology
2019 Volvo XC40
8/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
8/10
The 2019 Volvo XC40 and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport both receive an 8 out of 10 rating for technology. The XC40 features a large portrait-oriented touchscreen with a user-friendly interface, while the Atlas Cross Sport offers a clean and simple infotainment system with advanced connected services and a premium sound system.
Safety
2019 Volvo XC40
7/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
10/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Volvo XC40 7 out of 10 for safety and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 10 out of 10. The XC40 comes standard with a comprehensive array of safety features, including automatic braking, while the Atlas Cross Sport offers advanced driving assistance systems and a suite of safety technologies.
Cost Effectiveness
2019 Volvo XC40
7/10
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
4/10
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