2025 Volvo S60 vs 2026 Cadillac CT4

$42,600 · Sedan

$35,600 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Volvo S60 and the 2026 Cadillac CT4 often comes down to prioritizing budget versus efficiency and luxury refinement. If you're watching your wallet, the CT4 offers a significant initial saving, hitting the market at an MSRP of $35,600 compared to the S60's $42,600—a difference of $7,000 right off the bat. However, that initial saving is somewhat offset by running costs, as the S60 delivers a superior combined 30 MPG, outpacing the CT4's 26 MPG average. While the S60 boasts slightly more power with 247 hp versus the CT4's 237 hp, the real daily impact is felt in fuel economy and size; the S60 is marginally larger at 188.1 inches long and offers 11.6 cu ft of cargo space against the CT4's 10.7 cu ft. This comparison pits Swedish efficiency and safety intuition against American entry-level luxury and rear-wheel-drive fun.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo S60

The 2025 Volvo S60 wins for commuters due to its 4 MPG advantage in combined fuel economy (30 MPG vs. 26 MPG).

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo S60

The S60 is slightly roomier, offering 11.6 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the CT4's 10.7 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Cadillac CT4

The 2026 Cadillac CT4's rear-wheel-drive platform generally offers a more engaging driving dynamic favored by enthusiasts.

💰 Best Value

2026 Cadillac CT4

The Cadillac CT4 provides better immediate value with a starting MSRP that is $7,000 lower than the Volvo S60.

Choose the Volvo S60 if...

You drive long distances frequently and prioritize maximizing fuel savings with a 30 MPG combined rating.
You prefer the confidence of front-wheel drive for consistent traction in varied conditions.
You need slightly more storage space, as the S60 offers 11.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

Choose the Cadillac CT4 if...

Saving $7,000 upfront on the purchase price is your top financial priority (MSRP $35,600).
You prefer the traditional handling balance and spirited feel of a rear-wheel-drive setup.
You only require 237 hp and are satisfied with the 22/32 MPG city/highway split.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo S60	Cadillac CT4
Length	188.1"	187.2"
Width	72.8"	71.4"
Height	56.6"	56.0"
Wheelbase	113.1"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
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	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	247 hp @ 5400 rpm	237 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	258 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	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	27/36 MPG	22/32 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	429.3/572.4 mi.	374.0/544.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	220W	—
Speaker System	10	8
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Memory Card Slot	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	38.3 in.
Front Leg Room	42.3 in.	42.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.1 in.	55.2 in.
Front Hip Room	55.3 in.	53.0 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
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	37.2 in.	36.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.2 in.	33.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	53.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.4 in.	52.5 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	✓
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	✓
Tire Size	235/45R18	P225/45R17
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Diameter	—	17 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volvo S60 and 2026 Cadillac CT4.

How much more expensive is the 2025 Volvo S60 compared to the Cadillac CT4?

The Volvo S60 has a significant price advantage, with an MSRP of $42,600, making it $7,000 more expensive than the Cadillac CT4, which starts at $35,600.

Which sedan offers better fuel efficiency for highway driving?

The Volvo S60 is the clear efficiency leader, boasting a highway rating of 36 MPG compared to the Cadillac CT4's 32 MPG.

Does the difference in horsepower meaningfully affect performance between these two cars?

The S60 holds a small advantage with 247 hp versus the CT4's 237 hp, but both utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission and have identical torque figures (258 lb-ft), suggesting performance will feel similar in straight-line acceleration.

What is the primary trade-off when selecting the CT4 over the S60 regarding size?

While both are similarly sized sedans, choosing the CT4 means sacrificing a small amount of capacity, offering 10.7 cu ft of cargo volume versus the S60's 11.6 cu ft.

Are both vehicles restricted to premium fuel, and what does this mean for ownership?

Yes, both the 2025 Volvo S60 and the 2026 Cadillac CT4 recommend premium unleaded fuel. This means long-term running costs are slightly higher due to fuel prices, even though the S60 achieves better MPG.

Why might someone prefer the CT4's drivetrain, even if the S60 gets better MPG?

The CT4 comes standard with a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) configuration, which many driving enthusiasts prefer for better weight distribution and a more dynamic, engaging feel on the road compared to the S60's standard front-wheel-drive setup.