2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2025 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,650 to $41,100
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

2024 Volvo
XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $57,900 to $75,250
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MPG - City 40 - 43 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 78.7 - 78.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V Hybrid than in the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Honda CR-V Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Honda CR-V Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Honda CR-V Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has much lower torque than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.