2025 GMC Yukon XL vs 2025 Volvo V60

$69,900 · SUV

$71,250 · Wagon

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical discrepancy between the 2025 GMC Yukon XL and the 2025 Volvo V60 is fuel economy, with the V60 achieving 31 combined MPG compared to the Yukon XL's 17 combined MPG, a difference of 14 MPG. Power output also heavily favors the V60, boasting 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque against the Yukon XL's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft. Priced slightly lower at $69,900, the larger Yukon XL measures 225.2 inches in length and offers 41.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, whereas the V60 has a considerably smaller footprint at 187.4 inches long and provides 25.5 cu ft of cargo space. The V60's hybrid system delivers an estimated 40 miles of electric range, a feature entirely absent in the standard Yukon XL.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60

The 2025 Volvo V60 wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 31 MPG versus the Yukon XL's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 GMC Yukon XL

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL is the clear choice for families needing maximum volume, offering 41.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the V60's 25.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V60

The 2025 Volvo V60 delivers significantly higher performance with 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Yukon XL's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60

Despite a slightly higher MSRP of $71,250, the V60's 14 MPG greater efficiency and performance metrics offer better long-term value over the $69,900 Yukon XL.

Choose the GMC Yukon XL if...

Absolute interior and towing capacity are paramount, benefiting from the SUV's larger 225.2-inch length.
The owner prefers utilizing regular unleaded fuel over premium unleaded.
Maximum conventional cargo capacity is required, as the Yukon XL offers 41.5 cu ft versus 25.5 cu ft.

Choose the Volvo V60 if...

Fuel efficiency is a primary concern, targeting 31 combined MPG and 40 miles of electric range.
The driver prioritizes acceleration, utilizing the 455 hp and 523 lb-ft torque advantage.
Maneuverability is important, given the V60's smaller 187.4-inch length and All-Wheel Drive system.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon XL	Volvo V60
Length	225.2"	187.4"
Width	81.0"	72.8"
Height	76.5"	56.6"
Wheelbase	134.0"	113.1"

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	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
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	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	455 hp
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	523 lb-ft
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	—

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	30/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	420.0/560.0 mi.	477.0/524.7 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	28.0 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	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	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
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	Bowers & Wilkins
Speaker System	10	15
Subwoofer Count	1	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	—	1410W
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
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

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	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	19 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	275/60R20	✓
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	✓

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.
EV Battery Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 GMC Yukon XL and 2025 Volvo V60.

What is the primary powertrain difference between the 2025 Yukon XL and the 2025 V60?

The Yukon XL utilizes a standard gasoline engine producing 355 hp, requiring regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the V60 uses a higher-output powertrain generating 455 hp, necessitates premium fuel, and incorporates a plug-in hybrid system allowing for 40 miles of electric range.

How much larger is the cargo capacity of the GMC Yukon XL compared to the Volvo V60?

The Yukon XL provides substantially more storage capacity, listing 41.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats. This is nearly 16 cubic feet more than the Volvo V60, which offers 25.5 cubic feet.

Does the drive type or transmission vary significantly between these two models?

Yes, the Yukon XL is rear-wheel drive with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The V60 features all-wheel drive paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, suggesting a focus on traction over raw utility.

Is the price difference between the two vehicles substantial?

The price difference is minimal; the 2025 Yukon XL has an MSRP of $69,900, while the 2025 V60 is slightly higher at $71,250, making powertrain and efficiency the larger deciding factors.

Which vehicle handles adverse weather conditions better based on specifications?

The 2025 Volvo V60 is likely better equipped for varied conditions due to its standard All-Wheel Drive system. The standard configuration of the Yukon XL uses Rear Wheel Drive.

How do the fuel costs compare given the MPG ratings?

Fuel costs are projected to be significantly higher for the Yukon XL owner, achieving only 17 combined MPG. The V60 offers superior running economy at 31 combined MPG, even factoring in its premium fuel recommendation.