2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country vs 2026 Chevrolet Suburban

$59,800 · Crossover

$63,400 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between nimble capability and outright bulk often leaves buyers stuck. The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country starts at $59,800, offering a premium, efficient package ideal for urban navigation. It boasts a respectable 295 horsepower and achieves a combined 25 MPG using premium fuel. Conversely, the massive 2026 Chevrolet Suburban enters at $63,400, delivering significantly more muscle with 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, albeit at the cost of fuel economy, netting only 17 combined MPG on regular unleaded. The Suburban's sheer size, measuring 226.3 inches long compared to the Volvo's 195.2 inches, defines its segment difference. While the Suburban carries an $3,600 higher price tag, the Volvo delivers an 8 MPG advantage, making the daily running cost a major consideration.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The Volvo V90 Cross Country wins for commuting due to its significantly better 25 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Suburban's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

The 2026 Suburban is the family winner because its substantially larger footprint and SUV classification imply greater passenger and potentially unseen cargo versatility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

Enthusiasts seeking raw acceleration will prefer the Suburban, which has 60 more horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

Car1 offers better overall value because it saves $3,600 upfront and saves significantly more money over time with its 8 MPG better fuel efficiency.

Choose the Volvo V90 Cross Country if...

You prioritize efficiency, benefiting from the 25 MPG combined fuel rating.
You need AWD capability but prefer a smaller vehicle footprint at 195.2 inches long.
You want to spend $3,600 less initially, as the MSRP is $59,800.

Choose the Chevrolet Suburban if...

You absolutely need maximum power, leveraging the 355 hp engine.
You require the added ground clearance and bulk of a large SUV body style.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel over the Volvo's premium requirement.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V90 Cross Country	Chevrolet Suburban
Length	195.2"	226.3"
Width	73.9"	81.1"
Height	60.7"	75.6"
Wheelbase	115.8"	134.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
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 Solid 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)	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	295 hp @ 5400 rpm	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm	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	Chevrolet
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	349.8/461.1 mi.	420.0/560.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	28.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
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 with Side Sensing	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	17.7 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	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	65.6 in.
Front Hip Room	56.4 in.	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
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	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Rear Head Room	37.7 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.9 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	64.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.7 in.	61.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 7.5 in	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/50R19	265/65R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	Chevrolet
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.	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 V90 Cross Country and 2026 Chevrolet Suburban.

How much more space does the Suburban offer over the Volvo V90?

The 2026 Suburban is drastically larger, measuring 226.3 inches long compared to the Volvo V90 Cross Country's 195.2 inches. While the V90's cargo capacity isn't listed, the Suburban offers a competitive 41.5 cu ft, highlighting its dominant size advantage.

Is the higher power in the Suburban worth the drop in fuel economy?

That depends on your driving habits; the Suburban offers 60 more horsepower (355 hp) but consumes fuel much faster, achieving only 17 MPG combined versus the Volvo's 25 MPG combined.

Do both vehicles require the same type of gasoline?

No, they differ significantly here; the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel, whereas the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban runs happily on regular unleaded.

Which vehicle is better equipped for bad weather driving?

Although the Suburban is rear-wheel drive in this base configuration, the Volvo V90 Cross Country comes standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD), giving it an edge in slippery conditions right out of the box.

How much does the Suburban cost more than the Volvo, and what do you get for it?

The Suburban has an MSRP of $63,400, making it $3,600 more expensive than the Volvo's $59,800 entry price. This extra cost buys significantly more horsepower, torque, and overall vehicle mass.

Are the transmissions similar between these two models?

Both utilize shiftable automatics, but the Suburban features a 10-speed unit, which is one gear deeper than the 8-speed transmission found in the Volvo V90 Cross Country.