2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$50,300 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country offers sophisticated, all-road capability packaged in a sleek wagon form, exciting drivers with its remarkable efficiency, achieving 27 MPG combined. Conversely, the rugged 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser arrives promising relentless off-road prowess and immense torque, boasting 465 lb-ft to conquer any terrain. While the Volvo keeps things relatively nimble at 188.5 inches long, the Land Cruiser towers over it at 75.7 inches high, signaling a different mission profile. Performance seekers will note the Land Cruiser's substantial lead with 326 hp versus the Volvo's 247 hp, but this power comes at a cost: the Land Cruiser requires premium fuel and returns only 23 MPG combined compared to the V60’s 31 highway MPG. The Land Cruiser also offers nearly double the cargo space at 46.2 cu ft, illustrating its utility focus.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country wins for daily driving thanks to its superior combined fuel economy of 27 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is the clear choice for families needing maximum hauling capability, offering 46.2 cu ft of cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

Enthusiasts favoring brute force will prefer the Land Cruiser's significant advantage in power, generating 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country

The 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country provides a compelling proposition by costing $6,900 less while still offering AWD capability.

Choose the Volvo V60 Cross Country if...

You prioritize fuel savings and achieve 27 MPG combined with the V60.
You prefer a lower entry price point, saving $6,900 compared to the Land Cruiser.
Your driving primarily involves paved roads where the V60's 24/31 MPG split excels.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

You need serious towing or off-roading capability highlighted by 465 lb-ft of torque.
Maximum hauling ability is crucial, demanding 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You require a taller, more imposing stance, evident in the Land Cruiser's 75.7-inch height.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V60 Cross Country	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	188.5"	196.4"
Width	72.8"	77.9"
Height	59.2"	75.7"
Wheelbase	113.2"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
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	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	247 hp @ 5400 rpm	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	465 lb-ft @ 1700 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	Volvo	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/31 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	27 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	381.6/492.9 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	—
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	220W	—
Speaker System	10	6
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)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	42.3 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.1 in.	58.5 in.
Front Hip Room	55.3 in.	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
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	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.2 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	59.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.4 in.	57.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	215/55R18	245/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

How significant is the performance gap between these two AWD/4WD vehicles?

The gap is substantial; the 2026 Land Cruiser delivers 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, significantly outgunning the 2025 V60 Cross Country's 247 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Which vehicle is more practical for road trips concerning cargo and size?

The 2026 Land Cruiser is the clear utility winner, offering 46.2 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Volvo's 25.5 cu ft, and it is physically larger overall.

What are the implications of the price difference for daily driving costs?

The Volvo V60 Cross Country has a lower MSRP of $50,300, and its better fuel economy (27 MPG combined vs. 23 MPG) will also contribute to lower running costs over time.

Is the Volvo V60 Cross Country economical enough for heavy commuting?

Yes, its 27 MPG combined efficiency, particularly the 31 MPG highway rating, makes it considerably more economical for drivers logging significant miles than the Land Cruiser.

Does the Land Cruiser’s superior power require a more expensive fuel type?

Yes, while the Volvo recommends premium unleaded, the 2026 Land Cruiser explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel to achieve its stated output figures.

How do the dimensions reflect their intended use?

The Volvo V60 is relatively compact at 188.5 inches long, suggesting agility, whereas the Land Cruiser’s 196.4-inch length and 77.9-inch width emphasize robust, heavy-duty presence.