2025 Mazda CX-90 vs 2025 Volvo XC60

$38,045 · Crossover

$47,050 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between a premium feel without the premium price, or established luxury with added costs, is a common dilemma when cross-shopping the 2025 Mazda CX-90 against the 2025 Volvo XC60. The CX-90 steps in significantly cheaper at an MSRP of $38,045 compared to the XC60's $47,050, a difference of $9,005 right off the bat. However, the Volvo edges out slightly on efficiency, netting 26 Combined MPG versus the Mazda's 25 Combined MPG, despite the CX-90 offering substantially more power with 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque compared to the XC60's 247 hp and 266 lb-ft. Size also matters: the CX-90 is longer at 200.8 inches versus the XC60's 185.4 inches, but the smaller Volvo still manages slightly better highway fuel economy at 30 MPG versus the Mazda's 28 MPG. Both utilize AWD and an 8-speed automatic, but the price-to-power ratio favors the Mazda heavily.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 offers slightly better fuel economy at 26 Combined MPG, which saves minor running costs over daily city driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mazda CX-90

The Mazda CX-90 is significantly larger at 200.8 inches long and has a lower barrier to entry at $38,045 for families on a tighter budget.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mazda CX-90

The CX-90 delivers superior performance metrics with 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque, noticeably outclassing the XC60's 247 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mazda CX-90

The CX-90 provides 33 more horsepower for $9,005 less than the XC60, making its overall package much stronger financially.

Choose the Mazda CX-90 if...

You prioritize outright engine power, as the 2025 CX-90 boasts 280 hp versus the XC60's 247 hp.
You need to keep the initial purchase price low, starting at just $38,045 compared to the Volvo's premium cost.
You require greater road presence, given the CX-90's imposing length of 200.8 inches.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

You prefer slightly better fuel efficiency, achieving 30 Highway MPG versus the CX-90's 28 Highway MPG.
You prefer a smaller footprint for city parking, as the XC60 is 5.4 inches shorter than the Mazda.
You are set on the prestige associated with the Volvo brand, despite the $9,005 higher entry price.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mazda CX-90	Volvo XC60
Length	200.8"	185.4"
Width	78.5"	74.9"
Height	68.2"	65.2"
Wheelbase	122.8"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mazda	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	✓	✓
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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling 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	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Assist	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mazda	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	3.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5000 rpm	247 hp
Torque	332 lb-ft @ 2000 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	Mazda	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mazda	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/28 MPG	23/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	444.0/518.0 mi.	432.4/564.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mazda	Volvo
Infotainment Display	10.3 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Stereo Power	—	220W
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Mazda	Volvo
Front Head Room	39.7 in.	38.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	58.2 in.
Front Hip Room	56.2 in.	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth	—	✓
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	Mazda	Volvo
Rear Head Room	39.3 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.4 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.5 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	Mazda	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/55R19	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Mazda	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	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and 2025 Volvo XC60.

Is the Mazda CX-90 more practical than the Volvo XC60 for hauling cargo?

Based solely on the provided data, the cargo capacity figures are incomplete, as only the CX-90 lists its capacity at 14.9 cu ft. However, the CX-90 is significantly longer at 200.8 inches, suggesting it likely offers more overall usable space than the smaller 185.4-inch XC60.

Which vehicle costs less to fuel regularly?

The Mazda CX-90 uses regular unleaded fuel, while the Volvo XC60 recommends premium unleaded. While the Volvo is rated for slightly better MPG (26 combined vs 25 combined), the requirement for more expensive premium fuel in the Volvo might negate that efficiency benefit over time.

How big is the performance gap between these two AWD crossovers?

The Mazda CX-90 has a clear performance advantage, delivering 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. The Volvo XC60 offers 247 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque, meaning the Mazda has 33 more horsepower available to move its mass.

Does the significant price difference affect what kind of driving they are suited for?

The $9,005 lower MSRP for the CX-90 makes it better suited for budget-conscious drivers who still want high output. The XC60 positions itself as the more established luxury choice, justifying its higher price point through perceived refinement rather than raw power figures.

Are these vehicles similarly sized for maneuvering?

No, the Mazda CX-90 is considerably larger in every dimension provided, measuring 200.8 inches long and 78.5 inches wide. The Volvo XC60 is the more compact option, coming in at 185.4 inches long and 74.9 inches wide.