2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$59,800 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Picking between sophisticated Scandinavian style and rugged Japanese capability can be tough when budgets hover near $60,000. The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country starts at $59,800 with a solid 295 hp, focusing on efficiency with 25 MPG combined, running on required premium fuel. Conversely, the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser, priced slightly lower at $57,200, offers significantly more muscle with 326 hp and a massive 465 lb-ft of torque, though its combined fuel economy dips to 23 MPG. The Volvo is decidedly lower-slung at 60.7 inches tall, aiding easier loading, while the Land Cruiser boasts substantial ground clearance implied by its 75.7-inch height, making its 4WD system more purposeful for off-road duties. While both use premium fuel, the V90's 29 MPG highway beats the Land Cruiser's 25 MPG highway rating, influencing long-distance running costs.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country wins for commuting due to its better combined fuel economy of 25 MPG versus the Land Cruiser's 23 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is better suited for families needing maximum utility, evidenced by its significantly taller 75.7-inch height and available 46.2 cu ft of cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

Enthusiasts will favor the Land Cruiser for its substantial advantage in pulling power, delivering 465 lb-ft of torque compared to the V90's 310 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The Volvo V90 offers better fuel efficiency and slightly more horsepower for a marginally higher initial price, balancing long-term running costs.

Choose the Volvo V90 Cross Country if...

You prioritize efficiency, as the V90 achieves 25 MPG combined versus the Land Cruiser's 23 MPG.
You prefer a lower ride height (60.7 inches) which aids in passenger entry and highway stability.
You want a slight edge in output for cruising, as the 295 hp is adequate for spirited road driving.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

You require significant off-road or rugged capability, indicated by its superior height (75.7 inches) and dedicated 4WD system.
You value raw pulling power, demonstrated by the Land Cruiser’s commanding 465 lb-ft of torque.
You want to save $2,600 upfront, as the Land Cruiser starts at $57,200 compared to the Volvo's $59,800 MSRP.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V90 Cross Country	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	195.2"	196.4"
Width	73.9"	77.9"
Height	60.7"	75.7"
Wheelbase	115.8"	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 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)	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

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	295 hp @ 5400 rpm	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 2100 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 (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	349.8/461.1 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 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	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate 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 Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	58.5 in.
Front Hip Room	56.4 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	37.7 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.9 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	59.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.7 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	19 x 7.5 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/50R19	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 V90 Cross Country and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

How much more powerful is the 2026 Land Cruiser than the 2025 V90 Cross Country?

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser packs a significant punch with 326 hp, giving it a 31 hp advantage over the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country's 295 hp output.

Which vehicle is physically larger and taller?

The Land Cruiser is the substantially taller vehicle, measuring 75.7 inches high compared to the Volvo V90’s 60.7 inches. The Land Cruiser is also wider by exactly 4 inches (77.9 in vs 73.9 in).

Are both required to use premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country and the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser specify that premium unleaded fuel is required for operation.

What is the main difference in fuel economy for highway driving?

The Volvo V90 Cross Country is more efficient on the highway, rating at 29 MPG, while the Land Cruiser trails slightly behind at 25 MPG highway.

Which vehicle offers better utility for hauling gear based on specs?

While specific cargo volumes are not provided for the Volvo, the Land Cruiser explicitly offers 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, suggesting superior dedicated hauling space.

Is the Land Cruiser significantly cheaper than the V90 Cross Country?

The 2026 Land Cruiser has a slightly more attractive starting price point at $57,200, which is $2,600 less than the 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country’s MSRP of $59,800.