2025 GMC Yukon XL vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$69,900 · SUV

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The age-old dilemma of choosing between maximum utility and refined efficiency is perfectly encapsulated when comparing the 2025 GMC Yukon XL and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country. If sheer capacity rules your life, the massive Yukon XL, measuring 225.2 inches long, offers a cavernous 41.5 cu ft of cargo space, albeit at the cost of fuel economy, netting just 17 combined MPG. Conversely, the smaller Volvo V60 Cross Country prioritizes efficiency, achieving a stellar 27 combined MPG and saving you a significant $19,600 upfront, with an MSRP of $50,300 compared to the GMC's $69,900. While the Yukon XL boasts 355 hp, the Volvo’s focus is on manageable performance and superior mileage, making the choice dependent on whether your priority is towing a house or sipping fuel during your daily 24/31 MPG commute.

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 winner for daily commuting due to its superior 27 combined MPG versus the Yukon XL's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 GMC Yukon XL

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL dominates family hauling needs with its significantly larger overall dimensions and greater cargo capacity of 41.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 GMC Yukon XL

Enthusiasts seeking raw power will prefer the Yukon XL's 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque over the Volvo's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country presents better value, costing $19,600 less than the Yukon XL while offering 10 MPG better fuel economy.

Choose the GMC Yukon XL if...

You absolutely require massive interior space, benefiting from the 41.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You need the brute force capability provided by 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque.
Your driving rarely involves long highway stretches, minimizing the impact of the 15/20 MPG rating.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Saving money is a priority, leveraging the $19,600 lower MSRP of $50,300.
You seek efficiency, utilizing the superior 27 combined MPG rating for daily driving.
All-wheel drive capability for variable conditions is more important than maximum length (188.5 inches vs 225.2 inches).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon XL	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	225.2"	188.5"
Width	81.0"	72.8"
Height	76.5"	59.2"
Wheelbase	134.0"	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)	420.0/560.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	28.0 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 XL and 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country.

How much larger is the 2025 GMC Yukon XL compared to the Volvo V60 Cross Country?

The Yukon XL is substantially larger, measuring 225.2 inches long compared to the V60 CC's 188.5 inches in length. This size difference translates directly to a much larger cargo hold, offering 41.5 cu ft versus the Volvo's 25.5 cu ft.

Is the price difference between these two vehicles substantial for buyers?

Yes, the price gap is significant, with the Yukon XL starting at $69,900, which is $19,600 more than the Volvo V60 Cross Country's $50,300 MSRP. This major upfront cost savings favors the Volvo significantly.

Which vehicle is better for fuel economy during my daily driving?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is overwhelmingly better for fuel economy, achieving 27 combined MPG (24 city/31 highway). The much heavier Yukon XL only manages 17 combined MPG (15 city/20 highway).

If I prioritize performance and acceleration, which vehicle has the edge?

The GMC Yukon XL wins on raw power figures, delivering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque from its larger engine. The Volvo produces 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Does the drive type significantly affect how these vehicles handle various road conditions?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country comes standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD), offering better traction in slippery conditions. In contrast, the base Yukon XL uses Rear Wheel Drive (RWD), meaning AWD configuration might be required for similar traction capabilities.

Do either of these vehicles require premium gasoline?

Interestingly, yes, the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country recommends premium unleaded fuel for its engine. The larger GMC Yukon XL is specified to run on regular unleaded gasoline.