2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. 2024 Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70

2025 Mazda
CX-70

MSRP*: $40,445 to $55,950
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2024 Volvo
XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $57,900 to $75,250
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MPG - City 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 - 340 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 78.7 - 78.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.6 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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 Mazda CX-70 than in the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. The Mazda CX-70 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than 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 Mazda CX-70 is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-70 is a little narrower than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Mazda CX-70, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 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
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-70 is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-70 has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-70 and the Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.