2025 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Volvo XC60

$30,100 · Crossover

$49,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Honda CR-V and the 2026 Volvo XC60 is the MSRP, which shows a stark $19,600 difference, with the CR-V starting at $30,100 versus the XC60's $49,700. This price point aligns with performance metrics: the XC60 delivers 247 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, substantially outpacing the CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft. Conversely, the CR-V offers superior fuel economy, achieving 30 MPG combined (28/34 city/highway) compared to the XC60's 26 MPG combined (23/30 city/highway) which requires premium fuel. While the XC60 provides an 8-speed automatic transmission and AWD, the CR-V's dimensions are comparable in length (184.8 vs 185.4 inches), but it offers a higher height at 66.2 inches and 39.3 cu ft of standard cargo space, making the CR-V the clear budget and efficiency contender.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V wins due to its superior combined 30 MPG and lower operating costs associated with regular unleaded fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V offers a more practical combination of lower entry cost, high standard cargo capacity at 39.3 cu ft, and better fuel economy for daily duties.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Volvo XC60

The 2026 Volvo XC60 is the enthusiast choice, offering 57 more horsepower (247 hp) and 87 more lb-ft of torque (266 lb-ft).

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V provides significantly better entry pricing ($30,100) and a 4 MPG combined efficiency advantage over the XC60.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Your primary concern is minimizing upfront purchase price, with an MSRP of $30,100.
You prioritize fuel savings, benefiting from 30 MPG combined and standard FWD.
You require maximum utility space, as the CR-V lists 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

You require the higher power output provided by 247 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque.
All-Wheel Drive capability and an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission are non-negotiable features.
The higher $49,700 MSRP is acceptable for luxury features and performance gains.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Volvo XC60
Length	184.8"	185.4"
Width	73.5"	-
Height	66.2"	65.2"
Wheelbase	106.3"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

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

Engine

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	247 hp
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	266 lb-ft
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	Honda	Volvo
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	23/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	432.4/564.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	11.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	220W
Speaker System	4	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	38.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	58.2 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.0 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.6 in.	55.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Wheel Material	Steel	—
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/65R	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda CR-V and 2026 Volvo XC60.

How significant is the difference in horsepower and torque?

The 2026 Volvo XC60 produces 247 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 57 hp and 87 lb-ft advantage over the 2025 Honda CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft.

Which crossover is more economical for long-distance driving?

The CR-V is generally more economical, achieving 34 MPG highway compared to the XC60's 30 MPG highway. Additionally, the CR-V runs on regular unleaded, while the XC60 recommends premium fuel.

What are the key differences in drivetrain and transmission?

The CR-V utilizes Front Wheel Drive (FWD) paired with a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission. The XC60 comes standard with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

How do the overall exterior dimensions compare?

The vehicles are very close in length (184.8 inches for CR-V vs. 185.4 inches for XC60). However, the CR-V is 1.0 inch taller at 66.2 inches, though the XC60 is slightly wider (spec not provided for CR-V width, but XC60 is 73.5 inches wide).

Is the $19,600 price difference justified by the XC60's features?

The price gap reflects the XC60's significantly higher power figures (247 hp vs. 190 hp), AWD standard equipment, and premium status versus the CR-V's focus on efficiency and value at $30,100.

Does one vehicle offer notably more usable cargo room?

Based on the specifications provided, the 2025 Honda CR-V offers 39.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the necessary specification for the 2026 Volvo XC60 cargo volume was not supplied for a direct comparison.