2025 Acura MDX vs 2025 Volvo V60

$51,200 · Crossover

$71,250 · Wagon

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Acura MDX arrives with the visceral promise of spirited front-wheel-drive utility, boasting 290 hp from its base V6 and an accessible MSRP of $51,200. Conversely, the 2025 Volvo V60 ignites the segment with staggering performance, delivering an electrifying 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque from its hybrid powertrain, although it demands a premium price tag of $71,250. Where the MDX offers a practical 22 MPG combined, the V60 pulls ahead significantly with 31 MPG combined, alongside a crucial 40-mile electric range. The V60 is substantially more powerful yet also remarkably efficient for the speed it offers. Despite the MDX’s greater length at 198.4 inches, the Volvo packs superior utility with 25.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the MDX's 18.1 cu ft, showcasing that raw performance doesn't always sacrifice usability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 wins for commuters due to its superior 31 MPG combined efficiency and 40 miles of electric-only driving range.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX is the choice for families seeking a traditional crossover layout and a substantially lower entry price of $51,200.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V60

Enthusiasts will prefer the Volvo V60 for its massive performance advantage, putting down 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX offers compelling utility at a $20,050 lower starting MSRP than the premium-priced Volvo V60.

Choose the Acura MDX if...

You prioritize saving $20,050, as the MDX starts at only $51,200.
You prefer the taller ride height and size of a traditional crossover body style.
You are comfortable with the 290 hp output and do not require extreme acceleration.

Choose the Volvo V60 if...

You crave elite performance with 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque.
Maximizing fuel economy is critical, benefiting from the 31 MPG combined rating and 40-mile EV range.
You value the added stability and traction provided by the standard All-Wheel Drive system.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura MDX	Volvo V60
Length	198.4"	187.4"
Width	78.7"	72.8"
Height	67.9"	56.6"
Wheelbase	113.8"	113.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	290 hp @ 6200 rpm	455 hp
Torque	267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	523 lb-ft
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	30/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/481.0 mi.	477.0/524.7 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.9 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	74/73 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	74 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	40 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	44
Charging Time (240V)	—	5.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	11	15
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
Stereo Power	—	1410W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Front Head Room	38.5 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	56.1 in.
Front Hip Room	59.3 in.	55.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.5 in.	35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.3 in.	54.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.8 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	19 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	255/55R19	✓
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura MDX and 2025 Volvo V60.

How much more powerful is the Volvo V60 compared to the Acura MDX?

The 2025 Volvo V60 offers significantly more power, boasting 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque. This is a substantial leap over the Acura MDX’s 290 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque.

What is the primary efficiency difference between these two vehicles?

The Volvo V60 excels in efficiency, achieving 31 MPG combined, whereas the Acura MDX returns 22 MPG combined. Furthermore, the V60 offers a valuable 40-mile pure electric range.

Does the physical size or cargo capacity favor one vehicle?

While the MDX is longer at 198.4 inches, the Volvo V60 wagon design yields better usable cargo volume at 25.5 cu ft, compared to the MDX's 18.1 cu ft.

How significant is the difference in Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)?

There is a major $20,050 difference in starting price, with the Acura MDX set at $51,200 and the Volvo V60 commanding $71,250 for its performance features.

Which vehicle is better equipped for slippery conditions based on drivetrain?

The 2025 Volvo V60 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, giving it an advantage over the front-wheel-drive biased Acura MDX in adverse weather.

Are both vehicles happy running on regular gasoline?

Neither vehicle explicitly recommends regular fuel; both the Acura MDX and the Volvo V60 state that premium unleaded fuel is recommended for optimal performance.