2025 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 SUV Comparison | Features & Specs Available

The 2025 Volvo XC60 and 2025 Volvo XC90 are both luxurious and spacious SUVs with premium amenities throughout. The primary difference between these two SUVs is their seating capacity. The XC60 seats five, while the XC90 seats up to seven. For more differences, read through this 2025 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 comparison crafted by the team at McLaughlin Volvo Cars in Moline, IL. 

For further reading, you can also check out our XC60 review and XC90 review.

Browse through our new Volvo XC60 inventory and new Volvo XC90 inventory to see which models are currently in stock. Interested in seeing either of these luxury SUVs in person? Stop by our Volvo dealership near Bettendorf and Davenport, IA. When planning your visit, be sure to view our hours and directions. If you have any questions, give us a call at (309) 797-5654 or message us online.

Key Volvo XC60 Features

The new Volvo XC60 offers plush amenities, modern technology, and advanced driver assistance and safety systems. It also offers two rows of seating and ample cargo space. For more details, head over to our comprehensive review.

Key Volvo XC90 Features

If you require a larger SUV with generous cabin space, the 2025 Volvo XC90 may be the best option for you. Plus, in addition to its three rows of seating, the XC90 offers optimized creature comforts and conveniences designed to make your drive enjoyable for the whole family. For further details on the XC90, be sure to take a look at our review. 

Interior Cargo Space Differences & Features Compared

The interiors of both the 2025 Volvo XC60 and 2025 Volvo XC90 are filled with stylish looks and impressive cargo space. Turn to the XC60 for up to 63.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats lowered or the XC90 for a maximum of 85.7 cubic feet of cargo space. To make accessing both interiors easier, both SUVs offer power-folding second-row head restraints and mechanical second-row seat release. 

Experience refined comfort and thoughtful design for you and your passengers. Both SUVs offer heated and ventilated front seats for all-season enjoyment. You’ll also appreciate the available heated steering wheel in the XC90. Plus, second-row passengers in the XC90 can take advantage of heated outboard seats with individual three-level controls. If the sun is too intense, the rear doors also feature available sun curtains. 

Interior features available in both SUVs include: 

• Power-folding second-row head restraints
• Second-row mechanical release
• Heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats with four-way lumbar support, memory settings, and power side bolsters
• Four-zone climate control
• Power panoramic roof with power sunshade
• Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®
• High-level interior illumination

Engine Options Available

Spirited performance exists under the hoods of the 2025 Volvo XC60 and 2025 Volvo XC90. Both offer a B5 mild hybrid 2.0L four-cylinder engine, though the XC90 also offers a B6 mild hybrid 2.0L four-cylinder engine with 295 horsepower. When it comes to towing, the XC90 offers a higher maximum capacity of up to 5,000 pounds, while the XC60 can tow up to 3,500 pounds.

View engine specs for both SUVs in the accompanying table. 

Technology & Safety Features Available

The infotainment technology in the 2025 Volvo XC60 and 2025 Volvo XC90 is designed to make your life easier. The center display gives you access to built-in Google apps so you can interact with familiar interfaces. Both SUVs also offer a Harman Kardon® premium audio system for sonic bliss. Plus, you’ll be able to check for important vehicle updates thanks to the standard 12-inch instrument panel display. 

Technology features available with both SUVs include: 

• 9-in. center infotainment display
• Bluetooth®
• Google built-in
• HD Radio™
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
• 12-in. instrument panel display

The safety of you and your passengers is of paramount importance, so the 2025 Volvo XC60 and 2025 Volvo XC90 offer a wealth of advanced driver assistance safety systems. Standard features on both SUVs include a lane-keeping aid, BLIS™ (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert, and hill descent control. Available features include a head-up display, 360-degree camera system, and front, rear, and side park assist. Headlamp cleaners are exclusively available with the XC90 and ensure that your headlamps stay bright and clear. 

Driver assistance and safety features available on both SUVs include: 

• Head-up display
• Front, rear, and side park assist
• Adaptive cruise control
• Pilot assist
• 360-degree camera
• BLIS and cross-traffic alert
• Rear collision mitigation support
• Lane-keeping aid
• Oncoming lane mitigation
• Rain sensor
• Road sign information
• Slippery road alert
• Hill descent control
• Intelligent driver information system

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 | Side-By-Side Comparison

The 2024 Volvo XC60 and 2024 Volvo XC90 exude suave style and energetic performance. What’s the biggest difference between the XC60 and XC90? The XC90 has three rows of seating, for a total of seven seats, while the XC60 can seat up to five passengers in two rows. The XC90 also can be equipped with several interior features and an additional engine that the XC60 doesn’t offer. For more details, read through this 2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 comparison curated by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team. You can also check out our XC60 review and XC90 review.

Interested in giving either — or both — of these SUVs a test drive? Head over to our new Volvo XC60 inventory or new Volvo XC90 inventory, select your ideal model, pair it with a lease offer, and use our online form to schedule a test drive. If you have any questions, you can always reach out to one of our representatives at (309) 490-8208 or message us online. Our Moline, IL, dealership serves residents of Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA, as well as surrounding communities. 

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Interior Tech & Comfort

When you choose either a 2024 Volvo XC60 or XC90, anticipate sinking into plush cushioning after a long day and turning on your favorite playlist, podcast, or audiobook. Both Volvo SUVs boast accommodations like an elegant crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®, ventilated and heated Nappa leather front seats with massage and lumbar support, and a power panoramic roof. The XC90 also offers rear door sun curtains, heated rear seats, and power-folding second-row head restraints that the XC60 does not. 

Connect with the 9-inch center infotainment display on both models with Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, or Bluetooth®. Experience the nuances of your favorite music with the available 14-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system offered on both SUVs. The 12-inch instrument panel set into the dashboard of both SUVs gives you a handy glimpse of your vehicle’s inner workings and important notifications. 

Dimensions & Seating Capacity

The 2024 Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90 are both spacious in their own right, but the XC90 is ultimately the largest and offers two more seats than the XC60. Use the hands-free power tailgate on either SUV to quickly open the cargo area and load your shopping or luggage. When you need to lower the rear seats, the mechanical release levers included with both SUVs can make that process relatively straightforward. View 2024 Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90 interior dimensions in the accompanying table. 

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 MPG & Engine Specs

Both the 2024 Volvo XC60 and XC90 are powerful SUVs with a variety of engine options, including an available T8 plug-in hybrid engine. If you’re planning to do any towing, the XC90 offers more towing power at 5,000 pounds, but the XC60 can tow a light trailer with its 3,500-pound towing capacity. Both the XC60 and XC90 are paired exclusively with all-wheel drive (AWD). 2024 Volvo XC60 and XC90 engine specs are shown in the accompanying tables. 

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Safety Features

Protect your loved ones with the driver assistance features offered on both the 2024 Volvo XC90 and XC60. The graphical head-up display offered on both models gives you a view of key vehicle alerts on your windshield so you can keep your focus on the road. Maintain your following distance behind the vehicle in front of you with help from the adaptive cruise control system offered on both models. Other available 2024 Volvo XC60 and XC90 driver assist features include: 

• ISOFIX mounting points for rear child seat
• Lane keeping aid
• Inflatable curtain
• Intelligent driver information system
• BLIS® (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
• Oncoming lane mitigation
• Pilot assist
• Road sign information

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Exterior Colors

Whether you’re looking for a blue that reminds you of your favorite pair of jeans or prefer a clean white, there’s a 2024 Volvo XC60 or XC90 color for you. The XC60 offers a couple of exterior colors not available on the XC90. 

2024 Volvo XC60 Colors

• Onyx Black 
• Denim Blue
• Fusion Red
• Thunder Grey
• Platinum Grey
• Silver Dawn
• Bright Dusk
• Vapour Grey
• Crystal White

2024 Volvo XC90 Colors

• Onyx Black
• Denim Blue
• Platinum Grey
• Silver Dawn
• Bright Dusk
• Vapour Grey
• Crystal White

2024 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Price

The 2024 Volvo XC60 starts at $47,845 MSRP, while the 2024 Volvo XC90 has a starting MSRP of $57,195.

2023 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Comparison | Features & Specs

The 2023 Volvo XC60 and 2023 Volvo XC90 are both spacious and refined luxury SUVs with the capacity to carry you and your family through all of life’s adventures. The key difference between these two Volvo SUVs is that the Volvo XC90 offers three rows with room for up to seven passengers, while the Volvo XC60 is a two-row, five-passenger SUV. For more details, read through this 2023 Volvo XC60 vs. Volvo XC90 comparison crafted by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team. 

Interested in more information about these Volvo SUVs? Have a look at our Volvo XC60 review and Volvo XC90 review. 

Come take a look at our Volvo SUVs in person today! Schedule a test drive with us and be sure to explore our XC60 inventory and XC90 inventory. Then, pair your ideal model with an XC60 offer or XC90 offer. Have questions? Reach out to our Volvo dealership in Moline, IL, by phone at (309) 490-8208 or through our online form. In addition to Moline, IL, residents, we are proud to serve the Quad Cities communities of Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA. 

2023 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Interior Features

Settle into plush comfort when you and your family climb into either a 2023 Volvo XC60 or 2023 Volvo XC90. Admire the shimmer that glances off the crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors® on both models. Keep your third-row passengers cool in the XC90 with air conditioning vents. The audiophiles in your family will appreciate the available Harman Kardon® premium 14-speaker sound system or available Bowers & Wilkins high fidelity 15-speaker sound system offered on both Volvo SUVs. Other 2023 Volvo XC60 and XC90 interior and infotainment technology features include: 

• Heated, ventilated, and power-adjustable front seats with power side bolsters
• Nappa leather upholstery
• Heated steering wheel
• Panoramic moonroof with power sunshade
• Power-folding rear head restraints
• Four-zone climate system 
• Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ 
• Bluetooth® 
• 9-in. infotainment touchscreen with Google built-in
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
• Volvo Cars remote access app

Dimensions & Cargo Space

The 2023 Volvo XC60 and XC90 are both accommodating SUVs that can hold multiple suitcases and gear for your ski trip. You’ll find that the XC90, as the three-row SUV, offers the most cargo capacity. 

Engine Options & Towing Capacity

No matter which 2023 Volvo SUV you select, you’ll find a dynamic 2.0L four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission equipped. However, performance specifications differ significantly depending on whether you’re driving a B5 mild hybrid, B6 mild hybrid, or Recharge T8 plug-in hybrid. The T8 plug-in hybrid offers the highest horsepower and torque, no matter whether you choose the XC60 or XC90. The B5 and B6 mild hybrid engines offer identical horsepower and torque regardless of whether you select an XC60 or XC90. You’ll also find that only the B5 mild hybrid can be paired with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). Both the B6 mild hybrid and T8 plug-in hybrid are only available in AWD.

View full 2023 Volvo XC60 and XC90 engine specifications in the accompanying charts. 

Safety & Driver Assistance Technology

Protect yourself and your loved ones in the 2023 Volvo XC60 and 2023 Volvo XC90. Both offer driver assistance features like adaptive cruise control, a whiplash injury protection system, and more. Other XC60 and XC90 driver assist features include: 

• Pilot assist
• 360-degree camera system
• Graphical head-up display
• Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
• BLIS­™ (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
• Lane keeping aid and oncoming lane mitigation
• Road sign information

2023 Volvo XC60 vs. XC90 Price

The 2023 Volvo XC60 starts at $43,450 MSRP, while the 2023 Volvo XC90 has a starting MSRP of $56,000.