2025 Land Rover Discovery vs 2025 Volvo V60

$60,200 · Crossover

$71,250 · Wagon

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery bellows capability with its imposing 74.3-inch height and standard 4WD, anchored by 296 hp, appealing to those who value stature and traditional off-road readiness, despite its lower 21 MPG combined rating and $60,200 starting price. In stark contrast, the 2025 Volvo V60 thrills with a staggering 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, delivering performance fireworks while achieving a superior 31 MPG combined. The V60, priced $11,050 higher at $71,250, offers a plug-in hybrid component, boasting 40 miles of electric range, making it the tech-forward choice. While the Discovery dominates vertically, measuring 195.1 inches long, the V60’s potent acceleration and efficiency blueprint a modern luxury experience for the driver focused on pavement prowess and fuel savings.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 wins for commuters due to its significantly better fuel economy, achieving 31 MPG combined versus the Discovery's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery’s taller, larger structure (74.3 inches high) suggests superior overall passenger and potentially greater third-row usability than the lower-slung V60 wagon.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V60

The V60 is the enthusiast choice, packing an overwhelming 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, vastly outgunning the Discovery's 296 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Discovery

Despite lower performance, the Discovery offers considerable size and AWD capability for $11,050 less than the premium-priced V60.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You prioritize off-road potential and standard four-wheel drive for rugged terrains.
Your budget ceiling is closer to the $60,200 MSRP, saving $11,050 compared to the V60.
You need the commanding road presence offered by its substantial 74.3-inch height.

Choose the Volvo V60 if...

You demand blistering acceleration, backed by 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque.
Daily running costs matter, as the V60 delivers 31 MPG combined and a 40-mile electric range.
You prefer the agility of a wagon form factor and lower ride height (56.6 inches) over a full SUV.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery	Volvo V60
Length	195.1"	187.4"
Width	-	72.8"
Height	74.3"	56.6"
Wheelbase	115.1"	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	✓	✓
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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog 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	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
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	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	30/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	452.2/571.2 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	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Simulated Alloy	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

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 (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Infotainment Display	—	9.0 in
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	42.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	2
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	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	35.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
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 Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Size	N/A	✓
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	✓
Wheel Size	—	19 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	—	Performance

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 Discovery and 2025 Volvo V60.

How much more powerful is the Volvo V60 compared to the Discovery?

The 2025 Volvo V60 boasts significantly more power, generating 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque. This is a substantial advantage over the 2025 Land Rover Discovery's 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, giving the V60 a 159 hp edge.

Which vehicle will save me more on fuel based on the specifications?

The Volvo V60 is substantially more fuel-efficient, achieving a combined 31 MPG, whereas the Land Rover Discovery is rated for only 21 MPG combined. Furthermore, the V60 offers 40 miles of pure electric range, which the Discovery lacks.

Is the Land Rover Discovery significantly larger than the Volvo V60?

Yes, the Discovery is larger in overall bulk, measuring 195.1 inches in length and having a height of 74.3 inches. The V60 is a more compact wagon, measuring 187.4 inches long and significantly lower at 56.6 inches high.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel for its 296 hp engine. The 2025 Volvo V60 recommends premium unleaded fuel for its performance hybrid system.

What is the MSRP difference between these two luxury vehicles?

There is an $11,050 difference in the starting price; the Land Rover Discovery begins at $60,200. Conversely, the performance-oriented Volvo V60 carries a higher starting MSRP of $71,250.

How does the driving dynamic differ considering their drive types?

The Discovery utilizes a traditional four-wheel drive system optimized for varied terrain alongside its higher ride height. The V60 employs an all-wheel drive system, which, coupled with its lower center of gravity and superior horsepower, is geared more towards performance driving on paved roads.