2025 Hyundai Palisade vs 2025 Volvo XC60

$37,200 · Crossover

$47,050 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade roars onto the scene with an assertive 291 hp and a starting MSRP of just $37,200, making it the powerhouse choice for budget-conscious buyers. Conversely, the 2025 Volvo XC60 presents itself as the sophisticated sanctuary, prioritizing efficiency with a segment-leading 26 MPG combined, despite requiring premium fuel. While the Palisade offers more brute force with its 262 lb-ft of torque and larger dimensions (196.7 inches long), the XC60 delivers on refinement, boasting a significant 4 MPG advantage in combined driving efficiency. This comparison pits the Palisade's accessible 291 hp punch against the XC60's superior fuel economy and standard All-Wheel Drive capability. The $9,850 entry price gap sets the tone: do you favor sheer output and utility, or the premium, efficient Swedish experience?

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 wins for commuters due to its superior combined MPG of 26, translating to lower running costs on daily drives.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Hyundai Palisade offers greater interior volume and substantially more horsepower (291 hp vs 247 hp) for moving larger groups confidently.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade is the enthusiast's pick here as it produces 44 more horsepower than the XC60, promising a more engaging pull.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers a significantly lower barrier to entry with an MSRP that is nearly $10,000 less expensive than the XC60.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You need the maximum power output available, leveraging the Palisade's 291 hp rating.
Sticking strictly to a budget is paramount, given the $37,200 base MSRP.
You prefer running your vehicle on regular unleaded fuel rather than premium.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

Maximizing miles per gallon is essential, thanks to the XC60's 26 MPG combined rating.
You require All-Wheel Drive capability as standard equipment for various conditions.
A smaller exterior footprint (185.4 inches long) for urban maneuvering is preferred.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Volvo XC60
Length	196.7"	185.4"
Width	77.8"	74.9"
Height	68.9"	65.2"
Wheelbase	114.2"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
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	✓	✓
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 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	✓	✓
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	Hyundai	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	3.8 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	291 hp @ 6000 rpm	247 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm	266 lb-ft
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	23/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.2/488.8 mi.	432.4/564.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Stereo Power	—	220W
Speaker System	—	10

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	38.0 in.
Front Leg Room	44.1 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.2 in.	58.2 in.
Front Hip Room	58.1 in.	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth	—	✓
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	Hyundai	Volvo
Rear Head Room	40.1 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.4 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.8 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.7 in.	55.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R18	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Volvo
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2025 Volvo XC60.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Hyundai Palisade compared to the Volvo XC60?

The Palisade holds a distinct performance advantage, generating 291 horsepower, which is 44 hp more than the Volvo XC60's 247 hp output.

Is the fuel economy difference significant between these two crossovers?

Yes, the Volvo XC60 is considerably more efficient, achieving 26 MPG combined compared to the Palisade's 22 MPG combined rating, although the Palisade uses regular fuel.

What accounts for the nearly $10,000 price disparity between the two models?

The significant $9,850 difference in starting MSRP reflects the XC60's positioning as a premium brand vehicle, likely including standard features like AWD not standard on the base Palisade.

Does the smaller Volvo XC60 sacrifice utility space?

Yes, the Palisade is the physically larger vehicle at 196.7 inches long versus the XC60's 185.4 inches, which often translates to more passenger or cargo room, though exact cargo metrics are only provided for the Palisade (18 cu ft).

Are there specific fuel requirements that affect running costs?

The Palisade runs happily on regular unleaded, whereas the Volvo XC60 recommends premium unleaded, which can substantially increase monthly fueling expenses despite its better MPG.

Which vehicle offers standard All-Wheel Drive?

The 2025 Volvo XC60 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD), while the comparison data for the 2025 Hyundai Palisade lists its base configuration as Front Wheel Drive (FWD).