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Toyota Highlander vs Volvo XC60

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Toyota Highlander

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2026 Volvo XC60

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Overview

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
Selected trimXLEB5 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
MSRP$45,270 (best)$49,700
Lowest listing price$7,096 (best)$9,995
Median listing price$34,489 (best)$37,156
Highest listing price$55,748 (best)$70,449
For sale now46 (best)25

Fuel economy & range

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
Combined MPG24 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.9 gal18.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
Horsepower265 hp (best)247 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)266 lb-ft
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume84.3 cu ft (best)63.3 cu ft
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,225 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,376 lbs4,131 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase112.2 in112.8 in (best)
Length194.9 in (best)185.4 in
Width76 in (best)—
Height68.1 in (best)65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecToyota HighlanderXLEVolvo XC60B5 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimToyota HighlanderVolvo XC60
1

XLE

$45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Core

$49,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XLE

$47,020 MSRP

B5 Plus

$54,300 MSRP

3

XSE

$47,340 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$59,650 MSRP

4

Limited

$49,725 MSRP

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$60,800 MSRP

5

Limited

$51,475 MSRP

T8 Core

$61,150 MSRP

6

Platinum

$52,925 MSRP

T8 Plus

$65,600 MSRP

7

Platinum

$54,675 MSRP

T8 Ultra

$70,950 MSRP

8—

T8 Ultra Black Edition

$72,050 MSRP

9—

T8 Polestar Engineered

$79,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Toyota Highlander vs Volvo XC60 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Toyota Highlander vs 2026 Volvo XC60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota Highlander starts lower at $45,270. Live Toyota Highlander listings start at $7,096. Live Volvo XC60 listings start at $9,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (45,270).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Volvo XC60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (36).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Volvo XC60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
Which has better seats: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Toyota Highlander or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Toyota Highlander vs 2026 Volvo XC60?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Highlander (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo XC60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Toyota Highlander vs Volvo XC60: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer