2025 Land Rover Defender vs 2025 Volvo V60

$56,900 · Crossover

$71,250 · Wagon

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Land Rover Defender bursts onto the scene radiating rugged capability, delivering 296 hp and boasting a commanding height of 77.5 inches for tackling obstacles. Contrast this with the 2025 Volvo V60, which exudes sophisticated speed, producing a thrilling 455 hp and massive 523 lb-ft of torque. The performance gap is undeniable: the Volvo whips the Defender with 159 more horsepower. However, the Defender starts at a lower $56,900 MSRP compared to the V60's $71,250 entry point. For fuel economy, the wagon triumphs, achieving a remarkable 31 combined MPG versus the Defender’s 19 combined MPG. Despite the hefty power deficit, the Defender’s smaller footprint (180.5 inches long) and significant efficiency gap make it a fundamentally different proposition than the electrified performance powerhouse that is the V60.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60

The Volvo V60’s superior fuel efficiency of 31 combined MPG drastically reduces running costs for daily driving compared to the Defender's 19 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo V60

The V60 offers significantly more usable space with 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity and benefits from an impressive 40 miles of electric range.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 dominates in raw power, offering 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, making its driving dynamics far more engaging than the Defender's 296 hp setup.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender undercuts the V60 significantly on initial outlay with an MSRP of $56,900 versus the Volvo's $71,250.

Choose the Land Rover Defender if...

Budget is a primary concern, as the Defender starts at $56,900, offering savings over the V60's $71,250 price.
You prioritize a high driving position, as the Defender stands 77.5 inches tall.
You prefer the classic, rugged aesthetic of an off-road-capable crossover rather than a low-riding wagon.

Choose the Volvo V60 if...

Maximum acceleration and torque are required, highlighted by the V60's 455 hp and 523 lb-ft output.
You seek best-in-class fuel savings, achieved through the V60's 31 combined MPG rating and 40-mile electric range.
You need more practical hauling capacity, as the V60 provides 25.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to 15.6 cu ft in the Defender.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Defender	Volvo V60
Length	180.5"	187.4"
Width	-	72.8"
Height	77.5"	56.6"
Wheelbase	101.9"	113.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

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

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	296 hp @ 5500 rpm	455 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	523 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	Land Rover	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/21 MPG	30/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	428.4/499.8 mi.	477.0/524.7 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 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	Land Rover	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 with Side Sensing	✓	✓
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	✓	—
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	1410W
Speaker System	11	15
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Infotainment Display	—	9.0 in
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.6 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	42.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	2-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Manual	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	2-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Manual	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Shoulder Room	—	56.1 in.
Front Hip Room	—	55.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Rear Head Room	37.2 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	36.6 in.	35.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	54.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	53.4 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	255/65R19	✓
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Matching	—
Spare Tire Location	Outside Rear Mounted	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	✓
Wheel Size	—	19 x 8.0 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Defender and 2025 Volvo V60.

What is the total power difference between these two AWD vehicles?

The performance disparity is significant, with the 2025 Volvo V60 delivering 455 horsepower, which is 159 more horsepower than the 2025 Land Rover Defender's 296 hp rating.

How does the cargo space compare for road trips?

The Volvo V60, despite being classified as a wagon, offers substantially more room with 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the Defender provides only 15.6 cubic feet.

Which vehicle offers better fuel economy for a daily commute?

The V60 is the clear winner for efficiency, boasting 31 combined MPG and a 40-mile electric range, easily beating the Defender's 19 combined MPG figure.

Are either of these vehicles inexpensive to purchase initially?

The Defender holds the immediate price advantage, starting at an MSRP of $56,900, whereas the V60 commands a higher starting price of $71,250.

Does the Defender’s height offer any real advantage over the V60?

The Defender's superior height (77.5 inches versus 56.6 inches for the V60) gives it significantly better ground clearance and a commanding view of the road, fitting its rugged image.

Are both models requiring premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Land Rover Defender and the 2025 Volvo V60 recommend using premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance from their respective powertrains.