2025 Volvo XC90 vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$57,400 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser (car2) and the 2025 Volvo XC90 (car1) lies in performance metrics, with car2 delivering 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque compared to car1's 247 hp and 266 lb-ft. This substantial 79 hp advantage tips performance heavily in favor of the Land Cruiser. Fuel economy presents a notable trade-off: the XC90 achieves a superior 26 combined MPG versus the Land Cruiser's 23 combined MPG. In terms of physical presence, the Land Cruiser is notably taller at 75.7 inches versus the XC90's 69.9 inches, though their MSRPs are nearly identical at $57,200 (car2) and $57,400 (car1). While both utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission and AWD/4WD systems, the torque disparity suggests a significantly different driving experience, particularly off-road or under heavy load.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo XC90

The 2025 Volvo XC90 wins for commuters due to its better fuel economy rating of 26 combined MPG versus the Land Cruiser's 23 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is favored for families due to its greater height (75.7 inches) and likely more robust utility structure, despite a lower cargo figure being noted only for car2.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser clearly dominates enthusiast metrics with 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, far exceeding the XC90's 247 hp and 266 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 offers superior efficiency (26 MPG vs 23 MPG) for a nearly identical MSRP of $57,400, translating to lower running costs over ownership.

Choose the Volvo XC90 if...

Your primary concern is fuel efficiency, as the XC90 achieves 26 combined MPG versus 23 combined MPG for the Land Cruiser.
You prefer a slightly smaller physical footprint, with the XC90 measuring 195.0 inches in length compared to the Land Cruiser's 196.4 inches.
You desire a vehicle that requires only recommended premium fuel, as the Land Cruiser requires it.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximum on-road and off-road performance is critical, given the Land Cruiser's 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque.
Greater vertical space is needed, as the Land Cruiser is significantly taller at 75.7 inches compared to the XC90's 69.9 inches.
You require the documented cargo volume of 46.2 cubic feet, a metric not provided for the XC90.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo XC90	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	195.0"	196.4"
Width	-	77.9"
Height	69.9"	75.7"
Wheelbase	117.5"	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	✓	✓
Third Row 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
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 Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

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	247 hp	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	266 lb-ft @ 2000 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
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/30 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	432.4/564.0 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 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	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	—
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Front Head Room	38.9 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	58.5 in.
Front Hip Room	56.0 in.	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
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	38.5 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	59.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.5 in.	57.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/45R20	245/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.0 in

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 XC90 and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

How much more powerful is the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser than the 2025 Volvo XC90?

The Land Cruiser (car2) possesses significantly more power, generating 326 horsepower, which is an advantage of 79 horsepower over the XC90's 247 horsepower. This is mirrored in torque, where the Land Cruiser offers 465 lb-ft compared to the XC90's 266 lb-ft.

Which vehicle offers better long-term fuel economy?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 is the more economical choice for daily driving, achieving 26 combined MPG (23 city/30 highway). The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is rated lower at 23 combined MPG (22 city/25 highway).

Is there a major difference in their exterior height?

Yes, the Land Cruiser (car2) stands notably taller at 75.7 inches, suggesting a higher ground clearance or seating position. The Volvo XC90 (car1) is substantially lower, measuring 69.9 inches in height.

Are the base prices of these two vehicles similar?

Their starting MSRPs are extremely close: the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is listed at $57,200, while the 2025 Volvo XC90 starts slightly higher at $57,400.

Do both vehicles use premium fuel?

Both vehicles require high-octane fuel, but the specifics differ slightly; the Volvo XC90 recommends premium unleaded, whereas the Toyota Land Cruiser explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel.

What is the difference in their drivetrain setups?

Both utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, but the Volvo XC90 employs an All-Wheel Drive system, while the Toyota Land Cruiser is specified with a Four-Wheel Drive system.