2025 Toyota Highlander vs 2025 Volvo XC60

$40,320 · Crossover

$47,050 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2025 Toyota Highlander (car1) and the 2025 Volvo XC60 (car2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with the Highlander starting at $40,320 compared to the XC60's $47,050, a difference of $6,730. Performance metrics show the Highlander leading in power output, producing 265 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque against the XC60's 247 hp and 266 lb-ft. In efficiency, the XC60 marginally leads with a Combined MPG of 26 versus the Highlander's 25, despite the Highlander running on regular unleaded fuel while the Volvo recommends premium. Furthermore, the Highlander is substantially larger, measuring 194.9 inches in length compared to the XC60's 185.4 inches. The Highlander also provides a larger footprint for cargo at 16 cu ft versus the XC60's unlisted capacity.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo XC60

The 2025 Volvo XC60 is the better commuter due to its superior 26 Combined MPG rating and standard All-Wheel Drive capability.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Highlander

The 2025 Toyota Highlander is favored for families due to its greater physical size (194.9 inches length) and more accessible starting MSRP of $40,320.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Highlander

Enthusiasts will favor the Highlander for its superior torque output of 310 lb-ft, exceeding the XC60's 266 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Highlander

The Highlander offers a $6,730 lower entry price and utilizes less expensive regular unleaded fuel, securing the value proposition.

Choose the Toyota Highlander if...

The initial purchase price is a major concern, given the $40,320 MSRP versus $47,050 for the XC60.
You prioritize maximum available power, as the Highlander delivers 265 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque.
You require the economy of regular unleaded gasoline over premium fuel recommendations.

Choose the Volvo XC60 if...

All-Wheel Drive capability is a required standard feature for your driving conditions.
Slightly better fuel economy is desired, with the XC60 achieving 26 Combined MPG versus 25 MPG.
A more compact exterior dimension (185.4 inches in length) is preferable for urban parking.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Highlander	Volvo XC60
Length	194.9"	185.4"
Width	76.0"	74.9"
Height	68.1"	65.2"
Wheelbase	112.2"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic 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 Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.4 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	265 hp @ 6000 rpm	247 hp
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	266 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	Toyota	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	23/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	393.8/519.1 mi.	432.4/564.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.9 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control 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	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
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	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Stereo Power	—	220W
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Volvo
Front Head Room	41.2 in.	38.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.0 in.	58.2 in.
Front Hip Room	57.2 in.	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
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	Toyota	Volvo
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.7 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.0 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	Toyota	Volvo
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/65R V	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	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	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Highlander and 2025 Volvo XC60.

What is the horsepower difference between the 2025 Highlander and the 2025 XC60?

The 2025 Toyota Highlander (car1) produces 265 horsepower, which is 18 hp more than the 2025 Volvo XC60's 247 hp. This increased power is also reflected in the torque figures, where the Highlander offers 310 lb-ft versus the XC60's 266 lb-ft.

How does the fuel requirement affect the long-term running cost?

The Toyota Highlander uses regular unleaded fuel, while the Volvo XC60 recommends premium unleaded. Although the XC60 achieves 1 MPG better combined (26 MPG vs 25 MPG), the mandatory use of higher-priced premium fuel in the XC60 may negate this small efficiency advantage over time.

Which vehicle is significantly larger in exterior footprint?

The 2025 Toyota Highlander is the substantially larger vehicle, measuring 194.9 inches in length and 76.0 inches in width. In comparison, the 2025 Volvo XC60 is smaller, measuring only 185.4 inches long and 74.9 inches wide.

Is there a standard drivetrain advantage?

Yes, the 2025 Volvo XC60 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, which is beneficial for traction and handling in varied conditions. The 2025 Toyota Highlander comes standard in Front Wheel Drive configuration.

What is the initial price gap between these two crossovers?

The pricing shows a significant gap of $6,730, with the 2025 Toyota Highlander starting at $40,320. The 2025 Volvo XC60 has a higher entry MSRP of $47,050.

How do the city/highway MPG ratings compare for daily driving?

The XC60 offers a marginal advantage in efficiency, rated at 23 City MPG and 30 Highway MPG. The Highlander is rated slightly lower, at 22 City MPG and 29 Highway MPG.