2022 Volvo V40 Cross Country vs. 2022 Honda HR-V

The 2022 Volvo V40 Cross Country and the 2022 Honda HR-V are two of the most popular compact crossovers on the market. They're both great vehicles, but each has its strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we'll compare these two models to help you decide if one is right for you or if another vehicle better meets your needs.

Design & Style

• Exterior Design

The V40 Cross Country's exterior styling is subtler than the HR-V's. It has the same tall grille and headlights but is less aggressive than its Japanese competitor. The only significant difference in appearance between the two cars is their lower bumpers-the HR-V gets a more pronounced bumper with large air vents on either side of its fog lights. At the same time, the V40 Cross Country features smaller openings that don't go as far down into the bumper itself.

On both cars, you can choose between 18-inch or 19-inch wheels. The V40 Cross Country comes with LED headlights and taillights as standard equipment (optional on Honda), while you have to pay extra for those features in Honda's crossover SUV.

• Interior Design

The 2022 V40 Cross Country's interior design is inspired by the brand's Scandinavian roots. It's a clean and minimalist look with very few buttons, which makes it easy to use. The dashboard has an organic shape that flows into the door panels, and there are no sharp edges for your elbows to bang against when getting in or out of the car.

The 2022 Honda HR-V offers an almost identical interior design, but with a few differences you might notice at first glance: It has an instrument panel that slopes down toward the driver instead of up, while its center console is also curved around your knees in a similar way to the V40 Cross Country, there are more buttons on it so that drivers can control their experience without having to rely solely on voice commands; finally-and most importantly-the armrest on this model folds down flat onto your leg, so you don't have any uncomfortable resting points when driving long distances!

Technology & Safety

The 2022 Volvo V40 Cross Country has a wide variety of safety features that help you stay safe on the road. The Automatic Post-Collision Braking system accelerates the car to reduce impact with pedestrians and other vehicles, while Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Emergency Braking detects pedestrians and drivers approaching from behind in low light conditions. Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) monitors blind spots on both sides of the car while Lane Keeping Aid warns you if you start to drift out of your lane.

Performance

The 2022 V40 Cross Country comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces a maximum of 187 horsepower at 4,700 rpm and 221 pounds-feet of torque at 1,300 rpm. The 2022 Honda HR-V offers two engines: a 1.8L naturally aspirated inline three-cylinder that generates 158 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque; and a 1.5L turbocharged inline four-cylinder that makes 192 hp (151 kW) at 5,500 rpm with 162 lbf. The power difference between the two vehicles is significant-the 2022 Volvo V40 Cross Country has more than double the horsepower of its rival Honda HR-V.

The Bottom Line

The 2022 Volvo V40 Cross Country wins this comparison. It has a nicer interior, more comfortable seats, better ride quality, and more cargo room than the 2022 Honda HR-V. The higher price tag also makes it worth paying for over the 2022 Honda HR-V.

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