2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country vs 2026 INFINITI QX60

$59,800 · Crossover

$51,590 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country (car1) and the 2026 INFINITI QX60 (car2) is the $8,210 difference in MSRP, with the QX60 starting at $51,590 compared to the Volvo's $59,800. Performance metrics favor the Volvo, which delivers 295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, substantially outperforming the QX60's 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with car1 achieving 25 MPG combined versus car2's 24 MPG combined. Dimensionally, the QX60 is significantly taller at 69.7 inches compared to the V90 Cross Country's 60.7 inches, though the Volvo is slightly shorter in length (195.2 inches vs 198.1 inches). Both vehicles require premium unleaded fuel, but the V90 exclusively uses AWD while the QX60 defaults to FWD.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The Volvo V90 Cross Country offers superior highway efficiency at 29 MPG compared to the QX60's 28 MPG while providing better low-end torque (310 lb-ft).

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 INFINITI QX60

The INFINITI QX60 provides a higher ride height at 69.7 inches and a longer overall length (198.1 inches), which often translates to easier ingress/egress and perceived interior space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

With 295 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque paired with standard AWD, the V90 Cross Country offers demonstrably superior power figures over the QX60's 268 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX60

The INFINITI QX60 offers an $8,210 lower entry price point while achieving comparable combined fuel economy at 24 MPG.

Choose the Volvo V90 Cross Country if...

You prioritize maximizing performance with 295 horsepower and standard All-Wheel Drive.
You require the higher efficiency rating of 29 MPG on the highway.
You prefer the robust torque output of 310 lb-ft for immediate acceleration response.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

Your primary concern is initial acquisition cost, given the $51,590 MSRP.
You benefit from the QX60's significantly greater height of 69.7 inches for ease of access.
You prefer an 9-speed automatic transmission over the Volvo's 8-speed unit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V90 Cross Country	INFINITI QX60
Length	195.2"	198.1"
Width	73.9"	-
Height	60.7"	69.7"
Wheelbase	115.8"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
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	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	295 hp @ 5400 rpm	268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm	286 lb-ft @ 4400 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	INFINITI
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	349.8/461.1 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
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	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	220W	—
Speaker System	10	9
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)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	41.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	60.6 in.
Front Hip Room	56.4 in.	58.4 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	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	37.7 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.9 in.	37.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	59.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.7 in.	56.7 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	INFINITI
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 7.5 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/50R19	255/50R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country and 2026 INFINITI QX60.

What is the primary drivetrain difference between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, whereas the 2026 INFINITI QX60 is specified here as Front Wheel Drive, which impacts traction management in low-grip conditions.

How does the power output compare directly?

Car1, the Volvo V90 Cross Country, produces 295 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, outperforming the QX60's 268 horsepower and 286 lb-ft of torque.

Which vehicle is physically larger based on the exterior dimensions provided?

The INFINITI QX60 is dimensionally longer at 198.1 inches compared to the Volvo's 195.2 inches, and critically, it is substantially taller at 69.7 inches versus 60.7 inches for the V90 CC.

Is the fuel requirement the same for both vehicles?

Yes, both the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country and the 2026 INFINITI QX60 mandate the use of premium unleaded gasoline for operation.

What is the measurable impact of the $8,210 MSRP difference?

The significant price difference means the QX60 costs roughly 13.7% less upfront than the V90 Cross Country, making it the more budget-conscious entry point.

Does the V90 Cross Country compensate for its higher price with better fuel economy?

Marginally, the V90 Cross Country achieves 25 MPG combined versus the QX60's 24 MPG combined, yielding a small advantage in daily running costs, though both are in the mid-20s range.