2025 Audi Q7 vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$60,500 · Crossover

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi Q7 bursts onto the scene exuding opulent German engineering, delivering a robust 261 horsepower from its standard engine. Conversely, the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country captivates with Scandinavian sensibility, offering an impressive 27 MPG combined despite its standard 247 horsepower engine. The price disparity is substantial; the Audi commands an MSRP of $60,500, over $10,000 more than the Volvo's $50,300 sticker price. While the Q7 is physically larger at 199.3 inches long, the Volvo surprisingly offers significantly more utility with 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Q7's meager 14.2 cu ft. Both utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission and require AWD, but the Volvo's 5 MPG advantage makes it the smarter choice for long-term ownership, balancing premium appeal with fiscal prudence.

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 27 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Audi Q7's 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 wins for families due to its significantly larger exterior dimensions, including greater overall width and height.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 earns the enthusiast nod by offering higher output with 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers far better value by being $10,200 less expensive while still delivering AWD and better fuel economy.

Choose the Audi Q7 if...

You prioritize maximum raw power, benefiting from the 261 hp output.
You require the most substantial physical presence, measuring 199.3 inches in length.
You desire the assured handling associated with Audi's AWD system, despite premium fuel requirements.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Budget consciousness is key, saving $10,200 instantly with a $50,300 MSRP.
Maximizing utility is critical, as its 25.5 cu ft cargo space dwarfs the Q7's 14.2 cu ft.
You seek greater efficiency, as the Volvo achieves 31 MPG highway compared to the Audi's 26 MPG highway.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q7	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	199.3"	188.5"
Width	77.6"	72.8"
Height	68.5"	59.2"
Wheelbase	117.9"	113.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	261 hp	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	273 lb-ft	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/26 MPG	24/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	450.0/585.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	220W
Speaker System	10	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	56.1 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
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	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	55.3 in.
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.8 in.	35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	54.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	53.4 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Size	255/55R H	215/55R18
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	—	All Season
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q7 and 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country.

What is the primary fuel economy difference between the 2025 Audi Q7 and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers a substantial advantage, achieving 27 MPG combined (24 city/31 highway), whereas the Audi Q7 is rated for only 22 MPG combined (20 city/26 highway).

Does the smaller Volvo have better cargo space than the larger Audi crossover?

Yes, surprisingly, the smaller Volvo V60 Cross Country provides 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, significantly eclipsing the Audi Q7’s 14.2 cubic feet.

Which vehicle is more expensive to purchase initially?

The 2025 Audi Q7 commands a much higher entry price of $60,500, setting it approximately $10,200 above the Volvo V60 Cross Country's $50,300 MSRP.

Are both vehicles required to use premium gasoline?

The Audi Q7 explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel for its 261 hp engine, while the Volvo V60 Cross Country only recommends premium fuel for its 247 hp engine.

How do the performance figures compare between the two AWD models?

The Audi Q7 leads in power with 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, slightly surpassing the Volvo's 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Which vehicle is physically larger?

The Audi Q7 is considerably larger, measuring 199.3 inches in length and 68.5 inches in height, compared to the Volvo's 188.5-inch length and 59.2-inch height.