2025 Porsche Macan vs 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

$62,900 · Crossover

$50,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the spirited performance of the 2025 Porsche Macan and the practical elegance of the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country often boils down to budget versus badge appeal. The Macan enters the arena with a starting MSRP of $62,900 and offers 261 horsepower, demanding premium unleaded fuel for its 21 MPG combined rating. Conversely, the V60 Cross Country undercuts the Porsche significantly at $50,300 and delivers better efficiency, achieving 27 MPG combined from its 247 horsepower engine, which only recommends premium fuel. Furthermore, the Volvo offers substantially more usable space, boasting 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Macan's tight 17.2 cu ft. While the Macan leans into sporty dimensions at 186.1 inches long, the slightly longer Volvo at 188.5 inches maximizes utility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, offering 27 MPG combined versus the Macan's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

Families will prefer the V60 Cross Country as it offers 25.5 cu ft of cargo space, significantly more than the Macan's 17.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan is the enthusiast's choice, providing higher output with 261 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque compared to the Volvo's 247 hp and 258 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers far better value, saving buyers $12,600 in initial purchase price while yielding superior fuel efficiency.

Choose the Porsche Macan if...

You prioritize higher engine output, specifically the 261 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque offered by the Macan.
You prefer the driving dynamics associated with a 7-speed automated manual transmission.
Brand cachet and sporty proportions are more important to you than overall cargo volume.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

Saving $12,600 on the initial purchase price is a major deciding factor (MSRP $50,300 vs $62,900).
You need maximum utility, as the V60 Cross Country provides 25.5 cu ft of cargo space.
You want to spend less on fuel, benefiting from the 27 MPG combined rating over the Macan's 21 MPG.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Porsche Macan	Volvo V60 Cross Country
Length	186.1"	188.5"
Width	75.7"	72.8"
Height	63.8"	59.2"
Wheelbase	110.5"	113.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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 Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	261 hp @ 5000 rpm	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1800 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	Porsche	Volvo
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/25 MPG	24/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	376.2/495.0 mi.	381.6/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.8 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Porsche	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	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Infotainment Display	10.9 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	150W	220W
Speaker System	8	10
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Seat Material: Leather/Premium Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Head Room	—	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	—	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	—	56.1 in.
Front Hip Room	—	55.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

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

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 9.0 in	18 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/50R19	215/55R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Porsche	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 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 Porsche Macan and 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country.

Is the Porsche Macan expensive to run compared to the Volvo V60 Cross Country?

Yes, the Macan requires mandatory premium unleaded fuel and only returns 21 MPG combined, whereas the Volvo only recommends premium and achieves a higher 27 MPG combined rating. This results in noticeable running cost differences over time.

How much more cargo room does the Volvo offer?

The 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country offers significantly more storage space, delivering 25.5 cubic feet, which is over 8 cubic feet more than the 2025 Porsche Macan's 17.2 cubic feet.

Which vehicle offers more power?

The 2025 Porsche Macan is the more powerful vehicle, generating 261 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The Volvo trails slightly with 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

What is the MSRP difference between these two crossovers?

There is a substantial $12,600 difference in their starting prices; the Macan begins at $62,900, while the V60 Cross Country starts much lower at $50,300.

Do both cars have all-wheel drive?

Yes, both the 2025 Porsche Macan and the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country come equipped standard with all-wheel drive systems for improved traction.

How does the transmission differ between the two models?

The Porsche uses a 7-speed automated manual transmission, focusing on quick shifts, while the Volvo employs a more conventional 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.