2025 Volvo V60 vs 2026 GMC Yukon

$71,250 · Wagon

$69,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Volvo V60 and the 2026 GMC Yukon lies in fuel economy, with the V60 achieving a 31 MPG combined versus the Yukon’s 17 MPG combined, a difference of 14 MPG. Power output also shows a substantial gap; the V60 delivers 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, significantly exceeding the Yukon's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. While the V60 offers an impressive 40 miles of electric range, the larger Yukon is exclusively gasoline-powered. Dimensionally, the Yukon is considerably larger, measuring 210.1 inches long compared to the V60's 187.4 inches, although both vehicles share an identical 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the seats up. The V60 starts at a higher MSRP of $71,250 against the Yukon's $69,200, complicating the value proposition despite the V60's efficiency advantage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V60

The 2025 Volvo V60 wins for commuters due to its superior 31 combined MPG and 40 miles of electric range, minimizing fuel expenditure.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 GMC Yukon

The 2026 GMC Yukon is better for families due to its larger exterior dimensions (210.1 inches long, 81.0 inches wide) suggesting superior cabin volume, despite identical measured cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V60

The 2025 Volvo V60 is the enthusiast choice, boasting 455 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque, far surpassing the Yukon’s output.

💰 Best Value

2026 GMC Yukon

The 2026 GMC Yukon presents better entry value at $69,200 MSRP, despite higher running costs compared to the $71,250 V60.

Choose the Volvo V60 if...

Prioritizing performance, as the V60 produces 100 more horsepower (455 hp vs 355 hp).
Maximizing fuel efficiency, evidenced by the V60’s 31 combined MPG versus the Yukon's 17 MPG.
Needing a plug-in hybrid option that provides 40 miles of pure electric driving capability.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

Requiring a larger physical footprint, as the Yukon is 22.7 inches longer than the V60.
Preferring a vehicle that runs on regular unleaded fuel instead of the V60’s recommended premium.
Needing a rear-wheel-drive platform and a 10-speed automatic transmission standard.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V60	GMC Yukon
Length	187.4"	210.1"
Width	72.8"	81.0"
Height	56.6"	76.5"
Wheelbase	113.1"	121.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	GMC
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	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V8
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	455 hp	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	523 lb-ft	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	30/33 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	31 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	477.0/524.7 mi.	360.0/480.0 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	74/73 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	74 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	40 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	44	—
Charging Time (240V)	5.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	24.0 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volvo	GMC
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	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated 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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	16.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bowers & Wilkins	Bose
Stereo Power	1410W	—
Speaker System	15	10
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	42.3 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.1 in.	65.5 in.
Front Hip Room	55.3 in.	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.2 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	64.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.4 in.	61.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Polished Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	20 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	✓	275/60R20
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	GMC
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volvo V60 and 2026 GMC Yukon.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Volvo V60 than the 2026 GMC Yukon?

The 2025 Volvo V60 holds a significant power advantage, generating 455 horsepower, which is 100 more than the 2026 GMC Yukon's 355 horsepower. This translates to 523 lb-ft of torque in the V60 versus 383 lb-ft in the Yukon.

Which vehicle offers better utility for hauling cargo?

Both vehicles list the exact same cargo capacity at 25.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats. However, the larger 2026 GMC Yukon offers a substantially longer exterior body length (210.1 inches) compared to the V60 (187.4 inches).

What is the fuel economy difference when comparing the two?

The fuel economy difference is stark; the Volvo V60 achieves 31 MPG combined, whereas the larger Yukon is rated at only 17 MPG combined. This results in a 14 MPG advantage for the V60 on paper.

Do the drivetrains differ significantly between the V60 and Yukon?

Yes, the V60 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and an 8-speed automatic transmission, while the standard Yukon model is Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Is there a major price gap between the two vehicles?

The MSRPs are relatively close, with the 2026 GMC Yukon starting at $69,200 and the 2025 Volvo V60 priced at $71,250. Buyers must weigh the V60's efficiency and power against its $2,050 higher initial cost.

Does the V60 offer any electrified driving capability?

Yes, the 2025 Volvo V60 is a plug-in hybrid variant offering an EPA-estimated 40 miles of all-electric range. The 2026 GMC Yukon is exclusively powered by its gasoline engine.