2025 Acura MDX vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$51,200 · Crossover

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Acura MDX rockets into view with a spirited 290 horsepower from its V6, offering immediate punch that the Volvo V60 Cross Country's 247 horsepower simply cannot match. The MDX feels taut and ready to attack corners, boasting a larger footprint at 198.4 inches long. Conversely, the V60 Cross Country grabs attention with its rugged elegance and superior efficiency, delivering an impressive 27 MPG combined, significantly better than the MDX's 22 MPG combined. While the Volvo prioritizes utility with a 25.5 cu ft cargo capacity versus the Acura's 18.1 cu ft, the Acura asks for a slightly higher entry price of $51,200 compared to Volvo's $50,300. This battle pits raw performance against thoughtful, all-weather capability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 27 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The V60 Cross Country offers substantially more space for family gear with 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the MDX's 18.1 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Acura MDX

The 2025 Acura MDX is the choice for driving excitement, thanks to its 290 horsepower output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country delivers better overall efficiency and utility for a slightly lower MSRP of $50,300.

Choose the Acura MDX if...

You prioritize outright power and prefer the responsiveness of 290 horsepower.
You need the inherent stability of a Front Wheel Drive architecture paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
You desire a larger physical presence, indicated by its 198.4-inch length.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Achieving 31 MPG on the highway is a critical requirement for your driving.
All-Wheel Drive capability is necessary for varied weather conditions.
You need maximum hauling capability, benefiting from 25.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura MDX	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	198.4"	188.5"
Width	78.7"	72.8"
Height	67.9"	59.2"
Wheelbase	113.8"	113.2"

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	—	✓
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	mild hybrid
Horsepower	290 hp @ 6200 rpm	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
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
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	24/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/481.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.9 gal.

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	—	✓
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	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Stereo Power	—	220W
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: Leather	—	✓

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	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/55R19	215/55R18
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How significant is the performance difference between the two vehicles?

The 2025 Acura MDX holds a commanding 43 horsepower advantage, delivering 290 hp versus the Volvo V60 Cross Country's 247 hp. This translates to quicker acceleration and a more visceral feeling behind the wheel in the Acura.

Which vehicle is better suited for long road trips concerning fuel costs?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is the superior choice for mileage; it achieves 27 MPG combined, offering 5 MPG more efficiency than the Acura MDX’s 22 MPG combined rating.

Does the difference in drivetrain impact driving dynamics?

Yes, the MDX comes standard with Front Wheel Drive, while the V60 Cross Country utilizes All-Wheel Drive, which generally provides better traction management, especially in inclement weather.

How do their physical dimensions affect urban usability?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is noticeably smaller and easier to maneuver, measuring 188.5 inches long and 72.8 inches wide, compared to the bulkier Acura MDX at 198.4 inches long.

Is the higher MSRP for the Acura justified by added utility?

The Acura MDX costs $900 more at $51,200, yet it offers 7.4 cubic feet less cargo room than the Volvo. The premium on the Acura seems to be allocated toward powertrain output rather than sheer utility.