2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country vs 2026 Toyota Sequoia

$59,800 · Crossover

$64,025 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between the sophisticated 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country and the robust 2026 Toyota Sequoia often comes down to balancing luxury efficiency against sheer muscle. The price gap is significant, with the Sequoia commanding $4,225 more at $64,025 compared to the Volvo's $59,800 entry point. Performance diverges widely; the Sequoia boasts an imposing 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, dwarfing the Volvo's 295 hp and 310 lb-ft. However, this power comes at an efficiency cost: the Sequoia only achieves 22 combined MPG using regular fuel, while the premium-fueled V90 returns 25 combined MPG. Furthermore, the V90 is substantially more manageable in tight spots, measuring 195.2 inches long versus the Sequoia's imposing 208.1 inches, making the Volvo the pragmatic choice for daily navigation and fuel economy, even if it sacrifices the Sequoia's significant hauling capabilities.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The Volvo V90 Cross Country wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, delivering 25 combined MPG versus the Sequoia's 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Sequoia

The Toyota Sequoia is better for families needing maximum capacity, evident in its larger SUV stance compared to the wagon-like V90.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Sequoia

Enthusiasts will prefer the Sequoia for its massive 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque advantage.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country

The Volvo offers a respectable 295 hp for $4,225 less than the Sequoia, translating to better initial price-to-power value.

Choose the Volvo V90 Cross Country if...

You prioritize fuel efficiency, achieving 25 combined MPG versus the Sequoia's 22 MPG.
You need a premium vehicle with a lower initial cost, starting at $59,800.
You prefer a slightly smaller footprint, measuring 195.2 inches in length for easier city parking.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

Maximum towing and performance are essential, thanks to its 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque.
You require the rugged capability suggested by its larger dimensions (79.8 inches wide, 74.5 inches high).
You prefer vehicles that run on regular unleaded fuel instead of the Volvo's required premium fuel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo V90 Cross Country	Toyota Sequoia
Length	195.2"	208.1"
Width	73.9"	79.8"
Height	60.7"	74.5"
Wheelbase	115.8"	122.0"

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

Engine

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	hybrid
Horsepower	295 hp @ 5400 rpm	437 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm	583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
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	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	21/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	349.8/461.1 mi.	472.5/540.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	22.5 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	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
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	8
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	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	39.2 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	65.0 in.
Front Hip Room	56.4 in.	62.6 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	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
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Rear Head Room	37.7 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.9 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	61.8 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.7 in.	60.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/50R19	P265/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

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 Sequoia.

Which vehicle is more practical for running errands around town?

The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country is generally easier to manage in city environments. It is significantly less massive than the 2026 Toyota Sequoia, measuring 195.2 inches long compared to the Sequoia's 208.1 inches.

Does the Toyota Sequoia's extra power justify the difference in fuel type requirement?

The Sequoia offers a massive 142 hp advantage (437 hp vs. 295 hp) and runs on less expensive regular unleaded fuel. However, you sacrifice 3 combined MPG (22 vs. 25), which might offset fuel savings depending on annual mileage.

How does the cargo space compare between these two vehicles?

Cargo capacity information is only explicitly listed for the Sequoia, which offers 22.3 cu ft. While the V90 Cross Country is known for wagon utility, the provided specs do not offer a direct comparison number against the Sequoia.

Is the $4,225 price difference between the two models worth the performance gap?

For buyers focused strictly on performance metrics, the Sequoia provides substantial extra output (583 lb-ft torque versus 310 lb-ft) for that added cost. If daily driving comfort and efficiency are higher priorities, the Volvo provides compelling performance for less money.

Which vehicle offers better all-weather assurance with its standard drive type?

The 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, which many drivers prefer for varying conditions. The 2026 Toyota Sequoia is listed with Rear Wheel Drive as standard, requiring an upgrade for AWD capability.