Volvo XC60 Vs. Chevrolet Traverse: Midsize SUVs Compared

If your family is looking for a comfortable and modern midsize SUV, you'll enjoy our Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse comparison. These sport-utes are different in many ways, and our Gunther Volvo Cars 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 other key areas.

Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse Performance and Safety

Our Volvo XC60 vs. Chevrolet Traverse review begins with performance and safety – two areas that are essential for families. To start, the mild-hybrid Volvo XC60 runs on the brand's popular B5 AWD powertrain. This electrified motivator pumps out 247 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque while pairing with standard all-wheel drive.

The Chevy Traverse operates with a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine that outputs 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque. While that's admittedly more power than the Volvo SUV, MotorTrend reports that the Chevrolet Traverse takes about seven seconds to go from zero to 60 mph.¹ By comparison, the Volvo XC60 is able to make the same sprint in 6.5 seconds. Given those acceleration times, we see that it's more about how power is used rather than how much is available in an SUV, and the Volvo model is the smarter, more streamlined choice.

Not only is the Volvo XC60 the more spry automobile, but as you're about to see, it delivers superior driver aids. Volvo Cars is a champion of safety – the brand is also the reason why all modern vehicles have a three-point seat belt. The Volvo XC60 carries on this legacy of excellence by offering these standard driver-assistance and safety technologies:

• Whiplash Injury Protection
• Intelligent Driver Information System
• Rain Sensor
• Front and Rear Park Assist
• Rear Park Assist Camera
• Road Sign Information
• Lane Keeping Aid
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Blind Spot Information System (BLIS™) and Cross Traffic Alert
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Oncoming Lane Mitigation
• Rear Collision Mitigation Support
• Slippery Road Alert

Move up to the second-tier Plus trim for even more driver-support systems, including Pilot Assist and a 360-Degree Camera. You'll also get side support added to your Park Assist model. The range-topping Ultra iteration adds a Head-Up Display.

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. HD Surround Vision, Traffic Sign Recognition, Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, and Driver Attention Assist are available on higher trims.

There are many equivalencies. Volvo Pilot Assist, for example, lets your Volvo XC60 take safety to the next level with intuitive semi-autonomous driving. The Chevy Traverse offers a similar option in the form of its available Super Cruise driver-assistance suite. However, although impressive, the Chevrolet Traverse simply won't give you some of the modern safety assurance that the Volvo XC60 does, like Whiplash Injury Protection and a Rain Sensor.

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 need to stop by the gas pump much more often, with only an EPA-estimated 20/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).³ If you want AWD, which the Volvo XC60 comes standard with, the Chevy Traverse fuel economy dips even lower.

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 Chevy Traverse might work better than the two-row Volvo XC60 – of course, you can also consider the three-row Volvo XC90 model if you want additional seating and a luxury cabin.

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: 204.5-204.7 inches
• Body Width: 79.6-78 inches
• Height: 69.6-70.7 inches

Meanwhile, the Volvo XC60 exterior dimensions are as follows:

• Length: 185.4 inches
• Body 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 doesn't have. However, the larger size of the Chevrolet 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.

Since 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 21.6 cubic feet behind the rear row. Although the Chevy Traverse has more overall, the two are close in capacity 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 premium interior. It's a luxury model, after all. Standard options include these and many other amenities:

• Panoramic roof
• High-performance audio system
• Power driver's seat with memory settings
• Comfort front seats
• Power two-way lumbar support
• Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®

Higher trims swap out premium quilted Nordico upholstery for ventilated Nappa leather upholstery. You'll enjoy HomeLink® beginning with the second-tier Plus edition, which connects to appliances in your home, such as the garage door.

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 also comes standard with a Convenience Package, which includes 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 in 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.

Volvo Luxury Awaits at Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek

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 2026 Volvo XC60 vs. 2026 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 at Gunther Volvo Cars Coconut Creek. 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/2026

²EPA estimated range is 23 MPG city/30 MPG highway/26 MPG combined (B5 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 www.fueleconomy.gov.

³EPA-estimated 20 city/26 hwy 2.5-liter turbo four-cylinder.