2025 Mazda CX-90 vs 2026 Volvo XC60

$38,045 · Crossover

$49,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and the 2026 Volvo XC60 often boils down to balancing initial outlay versus perceived luxury. The most immediate hurdle is the staggering $11,655 difference in MSRP, with the Mazda starting at $38,045 versus the Volvo's $49,700. While the CX-90 is longer at 200.8 inches compared to the XC60's 185.4 inches, suggesting potentially more interior room, the Mazda also delivers significantly more immediate muscle, boasting 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque against the Volvo's 247 hp and 266 lb-ft. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with the Mazda achieving a combined 25 MPG running on regular unleaded, slightly edging out the Volvo's 26 MPG which recommends premium fuel. Ultimately, the comparison pits affordability and raw power (Car1) against brand prestige and a smaller footprint (Car2).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Volvo XC60

The marginally better combined MPG of 26 and smaller overall dimensions make the Volvo XC60 slightly more manageable for daily urban driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mazda CX-90

The significantly longer body (200.8 inches) of the Mazda CX-90 suggests a larger cabin and utility benefit for hauling passengers and cargo.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mazda CX-90

The Mazda CX-90 offers a substantial advantage in performance with 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque compared to the Volvo's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mazda CX-90

The Mazda provides 33 more horsepower for $11,655 less than the starting price of the Volvo XC60.

Choose the Mazda CX-90 if...

You prioritize sheer power, as the CX-90 delivers 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.
Saving money is key, given the CX-90's $38,045 MSRP is much lower than the Volvo's $49,700.
You need maximum exterior length, as the CX-90 measures 200.8 inches long.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

You prefer a vehicle that recommends cheaper regular unleaded fuel (though the Volvo only recommends premium, suggesting regular might still be usable).
You desire a slightly better highway fuel economy rating of 30 MPG.
You prefer a smaller overall footprint, as the XC60 is significantly shorter and slightly shorter in height than the CX-90.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mazda CX-90	Volvo XC60
Length	200.8"	185.4"
Width	78.5"	-
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	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
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	11.2 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	—
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	—
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
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

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	—	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and 2026 Volvo XC60.

Is the $11,655 price difference between the Mazda CX-90 and Volvo XC60 justified?

That depends entirely on your priorities; the CX-90 starts at $38,045 while the XC60 starts at $49,700. You gain 33 more horsepower with the Mazda but forgo the Volvo's assumed premium cabin experience.

Which crossover is better for hauling passengers and cargo based on size?

The Mazda CX-90 is noticeably larger, measuring 200.8 inches long compared to the XC60’s 185.4 inches. This suggests the CX-90 likely offers superior interior volume for families.

How significant is the horsepower gap between these two AWD models?

The gap is substantial; the Mazda CX-90 outputs 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque, giving it a clear advantage over the Volvo XC60’s 247 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque.

Do these two vehicles use the same type of fuel?

No, the Mazda CX-90 runs happily on regular unleaded gasoline, achieving 25 MPG combined. In contrast, the Volvo XC60 recommends premium unleaded despite achieving a very similar 26 MPG combined.

If I drive mostly in the city, which crossover is the better choice?

The Volvo XC60 has a slight edge in city driving efficiency at 23 MPG compared to the CX-90’s 24 MPG, but the difference is marginal for daily commuting.

Which car is easier to park given their listed dimensions?

The Volvo XC60 is generally easier to maneuver and park due to its significantly shorter length (185.4 inches) compared to the lengthy 200.8-inch Mazda CX-90.