How much can the 2026 Volvo XC40 tow?
The 2026 Volvo XC40 is rated to tow 3,500 lb.
Maximum towing
3,500 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
3,500 lb
median configuration
What can the XC40 tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (3,500 lb) and the lowest-rated (3,500 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped |
|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Near the limit |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Near the limit |
Check your own trailer weight against every XC40 configuration
XC40 towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B4 Core | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 194 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| B4 Plus | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 194 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| B5 Core | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 247 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| B5 Plus | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 247 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| B5 Ultra | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 247 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| B5 Ultra Black Edition | 2.0L I4 mild hybrid 247 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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