Nissan Qashqai vs Volvo XC40

Both fall in the same class (Compact SUVs). Below is a side-by-side view of the vehicle facts that actually change accessory fitment, plus links to every accessory guide we have for either vehicle.

 Nissan QashqaiVolvo XC40
Body styleFamily crossover / C-segment SUVSmall premium crossover / B/C-segment SUV
Current generationThird generation (J12, 2021-present); facelift for MY2024 with new nose; UK sells mild-hybrid petrol and Qashqai e-POWER (petrol engine as generator for electric drive)First generation (2017-present); mid-life update in 2022; UK sells mild-hybrid petrol B3/B4 alongside the fully electric EX40 (renamed from XC40 Recharge in 2024)
Cargo volume504 L behind rear seats (mild-hybrid); 479 L on e-POWER; up to 1447 L seats folded452 L behind rear seats on B3/B4 mild-hybrid; 419 L on EX40 electric plus 31 L frunk; ~1328 L seats folded
Seat configuration5-seat, 60/40 split-folding rear bench5-seat, 60/40 split-folding rear bench
Notable trimsAcenta Premium, N-Connecta, N-Design, Tekna, Tekna+Core, Plus, Ultimate

Fitment nuance per vehicle

Nissan Qashqai

The Qashqai's boot has a movable false floor that also flips vertically to divide the boot into two upright compartments (like a room divider) - most aftermarket organisers only work when the false floor is set flat, so check compatibility if you rely on the divider position. Tekna+ adds a full-length glass roof that reduces rear headroom by ~20 mm - taller forward-facing child seats can foul the headliner.

Volvo XC40

The XC40's boot has a folding load divider built into the floor - lift it up to stop shopping rolling around; drop it flush for a level load bay. Aftermarket boot organisers that fit the flat floor block the folding divider. The EX40 (rebadged 2024 from XC40 Recharge) adds a shallow frunk that fits a Type-2 cable and little else. All trims share the same roof rails as standard, so roof-bar fitment is consistent trim to trim.

Category-by-category guides

Pick a category to see the vehicle-specific fitment guide for each.

CategoryNissan QashqaiVolvo XC40
Floor MatsFloor Mats for Qashqai →Floor Mats for XC40 →
Seat CoversSeat Covers for Qashqai →Seat Covers for XC40 →
Phone MountsPhone Mounts for Qashqai →Phone Mounts for XC40 →
Dash CamsDash Cams for Qashqai →Dash Cams for XC40 →
Wiper BladesWiper Blades for Qashqai →Wiper Blades for XC40 →
Cargo OrganisersCargo Organisers for Qashqai →Cargo Organisers for XC40 →
Roof RacksRoof Racks for Qashqai →Roof Racks for XC40 →
USB Car ChargersUSB Car Chargers for Qashqai →USB Car Chargers for XC40 →
LED Interior LightsLED Interior Lights for Qashqai →LED Interior Lights for XC40 →
Car CoversCar Covers for Qashqai →Car Covers for XC40 →
Emergency Tool KitsEmergency Tool Kits for Qashqai →Emergency Tool Kits for XC40 →
Backseat OrganisersBackseat Organisers for Qashqai →Backseat Organisers for XC40 →

Also see the full vehicle hubs:Nissan QashqaiandVolvo XC40.