Mazda CX-90 vs Volvo XC60

The Mazda CX-90 starts from $74,385 before on-road costs, while the Volvo XC60 opens at $74,990. That makes the Mazda CX-90 the more affordable entry point by $605.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $81,824 and $82,489 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Mazda CX-90 and Volvo XC60 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Mazda CX-90 and 98% for the Volvo XC60.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Mazda CX-90 and 8 in the Volvo XC60. The Volvo XC60 adds a 360-degree camera that the Mazda CX-90 misses.

The Mazda CX-90 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Volvo XC60 gets a 11.2-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volvo XC60 counters with head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats and Harman Kardon audio that the Mazda CX-90 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mazda CX-90 uses a Petrol producing 254kW and 500Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.9 seconds.

The Volvo XC60 responds with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbocharged 48V mild hybrid B5 making 183kW and 350Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.9 seconds.

The Mazda CX-90 has the clear power advantage at 254kW vs 183kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mazda CX-90 measures 5,120mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 412mm longer than the Volvo XC60 at 4,708mm (2,865mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 257L in the Mazda CX-90 and 483L in the Volvo XC60, giving the Volvo XC60 a 226L advantage. The Mazda CX-90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mazda CX-90 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,400kg. That 100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,337/year for the Mazda CX-90 and $2,166/year for the Volvo XC60. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Volvo XC60.

Estimated annual total: $2,337 (Mazda CX-90) vs $2,166 (Volvo XC60). The Volvo XC60 saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-90) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volvo XC60). Both match on warranty length.