2025 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$61,500 · SUV

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban kicks off the battle with sheer American muscle, boasting a massive 355 hp and a towering 226.3-inch length for unparalleled presence and cargo volume. This imposing SUV devours space, offering 41.5 cu ft in the rear, but demands compromise at the pump, achieving only 17 combined MPG. Conversely, the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country arrives as the sophisticated, agile contender, its smaller footprint emphasizing efficiency with a stellar 31 MPG highway rating and standard AWD grip. While the Suburban offers 108 more horsepower than the Volvo's 247 hp, the $11,200 MSRP gap makes the Volvo highly appealing. The Suburban is built for maximal capacity, while the V60 focuses on civilized, refined capability and superior fuel economy.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is the clear commuter winner due to its superior 27 combined MPG rating compared to the Suburban's 15 city MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

The Suburban is the superior family hauler because its massive 226.3-inch frame provides significantly more passenger and cargo space than the V60.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

Performance enthusiasts will favor the Suburban for its raw power advantage, delivering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque versus the Volvo's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The V60 Cross Country offers better financial value, starting $11,200 less than the Suburban while delivering substantially better fuel economy.

Choose the Chevrolet Suburban if...

You absolutely need maximum hauling capacity, as evidenced by the Suburban's 41.5 cu ft of cargo space.
Your driving prioritizes brute force, leveraging the 355 hp engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
You prefer operating on regular unleaded fuel rather than premium required by the competitor.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, given the V60's 31 MPG highway rating compared to the Suburban's 20 MPG highway rating.
You value sure-footed handling in varied conditions due to the standard All-Wheel Drive system.
You want to save $11,200 upfront, as the V60's MSRP is substantially lower than the Suburban's starting price.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Chevrolet Suburban	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	226.3"	188.5"
Width	81.1"	72.8"
Height	75.6"	59.2"
Wheelbase	134.1"	113.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Chevrolet	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	✓	✓
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 Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	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	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	5.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	24/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	420.0/560.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	28.0 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Infotainment Display	17.7 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Stereo Power	—	220W
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.6 in.	56.1 in.
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	55.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.6 in.	54.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.5 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/65R18	215/55R18
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Chevrolet	Volvo
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban and 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country.

What is the biggest practical difference in size between the 2025 Suburban and the 2025 V60 Cross Country?

The Suburban is a true behemoth at 226.3 inches long, dwarfing the V60 Cross Country which measures 188.5 inches long; this directly translates to the Suburban offering nearly 16 cubic feet more cargo space.

Is the performance gap between these two vehicles significant for daily driving?

Yes, the Suburban holds a commanding 108 hp advantage, producing 355 hp versus the Volvo's 247 hp, which will be noticeable when merging or accelerating heavily loaded vehicles.

Which vehicle is definitively cheaper to run day-to-day regarding fuel costs?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is the economical choice, delivering 27 combined MPG, meaning it burns less fuel than the Suburban's 17 combined MPG rating.

Do the two vehicles require different fuel types?

The Chevrolet Suburban runs efficiently on regular unleaded, whereas the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country recommends premium unleaded fuel for its engine.

How does the standard drivetrain affect capability in poor weather?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, offering enhanced traction over the Suburban’s standard Rear Wheel Drive configuration.