If your family is looking for a comfortable and modern midsize SUV, you'll enjoy our Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse comparison. These are different vehicles in many ways, and our Gunther Volvo Cars of Coconut Creek team believes it's clear which one comes out on top. Read on to learn how the Chevy Traverse and Volvo XC60 measure up in power, safety, dimensions, and more.

Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse Performance and Safety

Our Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse review wisely begins with performance and safety – two areas that are essential for families. To start, the mild-hybrid Volvo XC60 runs on the Volvo brand's popular B5 AWD powertrain. Standard all-wheel drive, 247 horsepower, and 266 pound-feet of torque will be at your fingertips.

The Chevy Traverse operates with standard FWD and a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine that outputs 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque. According to MotorTrend,¹ the Chevrolet Traverse can go from zero to 60 mph in about seven seconds. Since the Volvo XC60 can make the same sprint in just 6.5 seconds, we see that it's more about how power is used in an SUV, and the Volvo model is the smarter, more streamlined model.

Volvo Cars is a champion of safety and the reason why all modern vehicles have a three-point seat belt. The Volvo XC60 offers these standard driver-assistance and safety features:

• Road Sign Information
• Lane Keeping Aid
• Oncoming Lane Mitigation
• Slippery Road Alert
• Rear Park Assist
• Rear Park Assist Camera
• Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert
• Rear Collision Mitigation Support

Move to the Plus trim level for even more: Pilot Assist with Adaptive Cruise Control and a 360-Degree Camera. You'll also get Park Assist for the front, rear, and sides.

The Chevrolet Traverse isn't without its safety perks. You'll get a standard LED Reflective Windshield Collision Alert, Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, and Reverse Automatic Braking. Available on higher trims are HD Surround Vision, Traffic Sign Recognition, Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, and Driver Attention Assist.

Although impressive, the Traverse simply won't give you some of the modern safety assurance that the Volvo XC60 does. Volvo Pilot Assist, for example, lets your Volvo XC60 take assistance to the next level with intuitive semi-autonomous driving. The Chevy Traverse offers a similar equivalent in the form of its Super Cruise™ driver-assistance suite, available also at its second level.

No family SUV comparison is complete without a look at fuel economy, and the Volvo XC60 wins this handily with an EPA-estimated 23/30/26 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).² The Chevy Traverse FWD models stop by the gas pump much more often with only an EPA-estimated 20/27/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).³

Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse Dimensions and Cargo Space

Big differences emerge when looking at these SUVs' dimensions. The size of your family might be a big factor: If you're looking for three rows of seating, the Traverse might work better than the two-row Volvo XC60, or you might want to explore the three-row Volvo XC90 midsize model.

What's most important to you, a behemoth on the road or an agile SUV that can tackle rural and city roads alike?

The Chevrolet Traverse measures:

• Length: 204.5 inches
• Width: 79.6 inches
• Height: 69.6 inches

The Volvo XC60 exterior dimensions are:

• Length: 185.4 inches
• Width: 78.7 inches
• Height: 65.4 inches

It's not simple to compare Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse dimensions because of the Chevy model's third row, something the Volvo XC60 does not have. However, the larger size of the Traverse also means it's bulkier and more challenging to park. Meanwhile, the nimble Volvo XC60 exterior dimensions make for a relaxing driving experience, whether pulling into tight parking garages in the city or carving along mountainside roads.

Because the Chevy Traverse is a bigger three-row SUV, it offers 97.6 cubic feet of cargo space, with 22.9 of those cubic feet behind the rear row. The Volvo XC60 offers 63.3 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, with 22.4 cubic feet behind the rear row. Although the Traverse has more overall, the two are nearly identical when it comes to load compartment space in the trunk area.

Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse Interior and Technology

We've looked at power, safety, dimensions, and cargo space. But what about interior luxuries, convenience, and technology? Like many new Volvo cars, one major way the Volvo XC60 shines is in its Scandinavian aesthetic and ultra-luxe interior. It is a luxury model, after all. Standard options include:

• Panoramic roof
• 10-speaker high-performance audio system
• Power driver's seat with memory
• Comfort front seats
• Power two-way lumbar support

Higher trims swap out premium textile upholstery for leatherette or ventilated Nappa leather upholstery. You'll enjoy HomeLink®, which connects to appliances in your home. A genuine crystal gear selector by Orrefors® is another addition to the top-tier Ultra trim that's exclusive to Volvo Cars and not found on any other brand – including the Chevy Traverse.

The Chevy Traverse has standard front bucket seats, and we'd be remiss if we didn't point out that the Volvo XC60 comes standard with front comfort seats. The Chevy Traverse comes standard with the Convenience packages, which include heated front seats, remote start, and a heated steering wheel.

Like the Volvo XC60, ventilated seating is available, as is a Bose® premium audio system. However, this audio system only includes 12 speakers. The Volvo XC60, however, gets upgraded to a 14-speaker Harman Kardon® option on the Ultra trim.

Technology is more robust on the Volvo XC60, as we've seen with the sound system alone. We also see the Volvo model taking the lead with its available Head-Up Display, which casts pertinent driving data directly against the windshield as you drive. No more glancing at the dash or the center console; you'll have all your data in front of you without taking your eyes off the road. The Chevy Traverse has no such equivalent, making the Volvo XC60 the winner as we compare Chevrolet Traverse vs. Volvo XC60 interior and tech.

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So, who wins in our Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse matchup? Although the Chevy Traverse is a three-row SUV, the spry Volvo XC60 pulls ahead faster and with decidedly more luxury. Slide into this premium performer, and you'll get an appealing performance that blends wonderfully with ultra-luxe sophistication.

We hope our 2025 Volvo XC60 vs. 2025 Chevrolet Traverse comparison has given you all the insight you need to make the right call between these two feature-rich models. We think we have spotted a clear winner with the new Volvo XC60, thanks to its spacious interior, robust performance, and high-end driving experience. To see this difference for yourself, visit our dealership to get an in-person look at the Volvo XC60.

If you're looking for a flexible way to take home all these Volvo XC60 perks, consider starting a Volvo XC60 lease. A new adventure in elegance is just one step away.

¹This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/chevrolet/traverse

²EPA estimated range is 23 MPG city/30 MPG highway/26 MPG combined (2.0-liter four-cylinder engine AWD). Your actual range will vary for many reasons, including but not limited to, driving conditions, how and where you drive, how you maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors. See https://www.fueleconomy.gov/

³EPA-estimated 20 city/27 hwy 2.5-liter Turbo engine.