2025 GMC Yukon vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$66,900 · SUV

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 GMC Yukon unleashes raw, truck-based capability, boasting a commanding 355 hp and massive presence at 210.1 inches long, appealing to those who need maximum road presence and towing potential. Contrast this with the sophisticated 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country, which captivates with Scandinavian style and superior efficiency, delivering 27 MPG combined from its smaller footprint. The Yukon commands a significant $16,600 premium over the Volvo's $50,300 MSRP. While the Yukon offers 108 more horsepower, the Volvo counters with significantly better fuel economy (27 MPG combined versus the Yukon's 17 MPG) and standard All-Wheel Drive. Both offer the identical 25.5 cu ft of core cargo space, but the massive difference in scale—the Yukon is nearly 1.5 feet longer—defines their divergent missions: brute force versus refined, efficient adventure readiness.

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 excellent 27 MPG combined efficiency compared to the Yukon's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 GMC Yukon

The 2025 GMC Yukon is the family winner because its imposing 76.5-inch height and larger interior volume imply superior passenger space for growing families, despite identical listed cargo capacities.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 GMC Yukon

Automotive enthusiasts prioritizing sheer power will favor the Yukon's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque over the Volvo's 247 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers superior overall efficiency and a $16,600 lower MSRP, delivering undeniable value.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

You require maximum on-road presence, indicated by its 210.1-inch length.
You absolutely need the highest output, leveraging the 355 hp engine.
Your primary need is rugged, RWD-based capability, despite the lower 17 MPG rating.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

You prioritize efficiency, benefiting from 31 MPG highway ratings.
Your budget prefers the $50,300 starting price point, saving $16,600.
You prefer standard All-Wheel Drive security for varied conditions.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	210.1"	188.5"
Width	81.0"	72.8"
Height	76.5"	59.2"
Wheelbase	121.0"	113.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	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 Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
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	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	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	GMC	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	GMC	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)	360.0/480.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	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	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Volvo
Infotainment Display	16.8 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	10	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
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	GMC	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Volvo
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	56.1 in.
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	55.3 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	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Volvo
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.7 in.	54.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Volvo
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/60R20	215/55R18
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	GMC	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 GMC Yukon and 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country.

How does the size difference between the 2025 GMC Yukon and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country impact driving dynamics?

The Yukon is substantially larger at 210.1 inches long and 81.0 inches wide, favoring stability and bulk, while the Volvo is more nimble due to its smaller dimensions (188.5 inches long). This difference means the Volvo will feel significantly easier to park and navigate in tight urban settings compared to the enormous Yukon.

Is the massive power advantage of the Yukon worth the significantly lower fuel economy?

The Yukon boasts 355 hp versus the Volvo’s 247 hp, offering a massive 108 hp advantage. However, this comes at the cost of 10 MPG in combined efficiency (17 MPG vs 27 MPG), meaning the Yukon owner will visit the pump far more frequently, especially when using regular unleaded versus the Volvo's recommended premium.

Do both SUVs offer similar utility despite the difference in body style?

Surprisingly, both vehicles list an identical 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity behind the rear seats. The Yukon achieves this space within a massive SUV structure, whereas the Volvo achieves it within a longer-roofed crossover format.

Which vehicle is better equipped for poor weather right off the lot?

The 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country is inherently better equipped with its standard All-Wheel Drive system. The 2025 GMC Yukon comes standard with Rear Wheel Drive, requiring an optional upgrade for AWD capability.

Considering the MSRP, what justifies the $16,600 price gap between these two vehicles?

The primary justification for the Yukon's $66,900 MSRP over the Volvo's $50,300 is the vastly larger scale, the more powerful 355 hp engine configuration, and the traditional, full-size SUV architecture it provides.

Does the fuel type recommendation significantly affect the total cost of ownership?

Yes, the Yukon runs on regular unleaded, which is generally cheaper per gallon. The V60 Cross Country recommends premium fuel, which, combined with its superior 27 MPG rating, creates a complex long-term running cost calculation.