2025 Land Rover Defender vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$56,900 · Crossover

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant quantifiable divergence between the 2025 Land Rover Defender and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country is fuel economy, where the Volvo achieves a 27 combined MPG compared to the Defender’s 19 combined MPG—an 8 MPG advantage. This efficiency gap is critical against the Defender's $56,900 MSRP, which is $6,600 higher than the Volvo’s $50,300 starting price. Performance metrics favor the Land Rover, delivering 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque against the Volvo's 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, representing a 49 hp surplus for Car 1. However, utility metrics lean toward the V60 Cross Country, boasting 25.5 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the Defender's 15.6 cubic feet. Both vehicles utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission and recommended premium fuel, but the differences in stature—the Defender stands 77.5 inches tall while the Volvo is 59.2 inches high—dictate very different profiles.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The V60 Cross Country wins for daily commuting due to its superior 27 combined MPG rating, substantially reducing running costs versus the Defender's 19 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo offers 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity, significantly exceeding the Defender's 15.6 cu ft, which is vital for family hauling.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender offers higher performance figures with 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, appealing more to performance-oriented drivers.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The V60 Cross Country provides substantially better fuel economy and more cargo room while maintaining a $6,600 lower initial MSRP.

Choose the Land Rover Defender if...

Maximum power output is the priority, as the Defender generates 296 hp.
A taller, more imposing physical presence is desired, indicated by its 77.5-inch height.
You prioritize the specific capability package suggested by the Land Rover model, despite the lower 19 MPG rating.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Fuel efficiency is crucial, given its 27 combined MPG versus the Defender’s 19 MPG.
Greater storage capacity is needed, provided by the V60's 25.5 cu ft cargo hold.
A lower upfront investment is preferred, as the MSRP is $50,300 compared to $56,900.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Defender	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	180.5"	188.5"
Width	-	72.8"
Height	77.5"	59.2"
Wheelbase	101.9"	113.2"

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	—	✓
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	mild hybrid
Horsepower	296 hp @ 5500 rpm	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
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	24/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	428.4/499.8 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	15.9 gal.

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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
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	220W
Speaker System	11	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Infotainment Display	—	9.0 in
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: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

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	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/65R19	215/55R18
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Outside Rear Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the primary measurable difference in size between these two vehicles?

The most apparent size difference is height; the 2025 Land Rover Defender stands at 77.5 inches tall, whereas the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country is significantly lower at 59.2 inches. Furthermore, the Volvo is slightly longer at 188.5 inches compared to the Defender's 180.5 inches.

How does the horsepower disparity affect real-world driving?

The Defender holds a 49 hp advantage, outputting 296 hp versus the V60's 247 hp, suggesting the Land Rover will offer quicker acceleration metrics. However, achieving this performance costs the Defender 8 MPG in combined fuel economy.

Is premium fuel mandatory for both models?

Yes, both the 2025 Land Rover Defender and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country list premium unleaded as the recommended fuel type for optimal operation. Both also utilize an identical 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Which vehicle offers better utility based on specified cargo metrics?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country is the clear winner for cargo utility, providing 25.5 cubic feet of space. The Land Rover Defender trails significantly in this metric with only 15.6 cubic feet of listed cargo capacity.

What justifies the $6,600 MSRP gap between the two crossovers?

The higher $56,900 MSRP for the Defender likely reflects its increased power output (296 hp vs. 247 hp) and its commanding height and specific styling elements, though it sacrifices 8 MPG and offers less cargo volume than the $50,300 Volvo.