2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Volvo XC60

$42,400 · Crossover

$49,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the practical 2025 Honda Passport and the premium 2026 Volvo XC60 often boils down to budget versus refinement. If saving upfront and running costs matters most, the Passport starts at a compelling $42,400 versus the XC60's $49,700—a $7,300 difference right off the bat. However, the Volvo pulls ahead in efficiency, delivering a combined 26 MPG compared to the Passport's 21 MPG, saving more at the pump over time, despite requiring premium fuel. Power delivery is a trade-off; the Passport offers 280 hp, substantially more than the XC60's 247 hp, though the Volvo counters with slightly more low-end grunt at 266 lb-ft versus 262 lb-ft. Furthermore, the Passport boasts superior utility with 50.5 cu ft of cargo space and a taller stance (72.2 inches high) for easier entry, making it the straightforward workhorse.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 26 combined MPG versus the Passport's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport is better for families because its larger dimensions translate to 50.5 cubic feet of standard cargo capacity.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport appeals more to driving enthusiasts by offering significantly more peak power with 280 horsepower compared to the XC60's 247 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport offers significantly better upfront value, starting at $42,400 compared to the Volvo's $49,700 MSRP.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You prioritize outright engine power, as the Passport provides 280 hp.
You need the absolute maximum cargo room, offering 50.5 cubic feet.
You want to save $7,300 on the initial purchase price.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

Fuel savings are critical, as the XC60 achieves 26 combined MPG.
You prefer a vehicle with better height clearance and a lower overall profile (65.2 inches vs. 72.2 inches).
You want the slightly higher torque figure of 266 lb-ft available at lower engine speeds.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Volvo XC60
Length	189.1"	185.4"
Width	78.6"	-
Height	72.2"	65.2"
Wheelbase	110.9"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	247 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	266 lb-ft
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	23/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	432.4/564.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	11.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	220W
Speaker System	7	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	38.0 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	58.2 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	56.4 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	4-way	8-way
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	55.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	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	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2026 Volvo XC60.

How significant is the difference in fuel cost between these two crossovers?

The 2025 Honda Passport gets 21 combined MPG and uses regular unleaded, while the 2026 Volvo XC60 achieves 26 combined MPG but requires premium fuel. While the Volvo saves 5 MPG, be sure to factor in the higher cost of premium fuel when calculating your true annual savings.

Is the 2025 Honda Passport a significantly bigger vehicle than the 2026 Volvo XC60?

Yes, the Passport is noticeably larger, standing 72.2 inches tall compared to the XC60's 65.2 inches, and it is also longer at 189.1 inches versus 185.4 inches. This extra size directly contributes to the Passport's larger 50.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

Which vehicle offers better raw acceleration based on horsepower?

The Honda Passport takes the lead in raw horsepower, providing 280 hp from its engine. The Volvo XC60 offers a lower output at 247 hp, meaning the Passport should feel quicker when accelerating at higher speeds.

Why is the Volvo XC60 so much more expensive than the Honda Passport?

The 2026 Volvo XC60 has an MSRP of $49,700, which is $7,300 more than the Passport's $42,400 base price. This difference likely reflects Volvo's focus on premium materials and potentially more standard luxury or safety features not detailed here.

Do both crossovers come standard with All-Wheel Drive?

Fortunately, both the 2025 Honda Passport and the 2026 Volvo XC60 come equipped with All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment. This means both models are well-suited for slippery conditions without needing to pay extra for the feature.

Does the lower torque number on the Passport affect its everyday drivability?

The Passport produces 262 lb-ft of torque while the XC60 manages 266 lb-ft; this difference of only 4 lb-ft is negligible for daily city driving. You are more likely to notice the Passport's higher 280 hp under hard acceleration than the minor torque deficit.