The 2026 Volvo XC60 B5 uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired with a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 247 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic transmission. AWD is standard across all XC60 trims. Buyers who want more performance or electrification can step up to the XC60 T8 Recharge plug-in hybrid, which produces 455 combined horsepower with up to 35 miles of all-electric range and achieves 63 MPGe combined in hybrid mode.

The 2026 Jaguar F-Pace base P250 R-Dynamic S uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 246 horsepower, essentially matching the XC60 B5 at the entry level. A plug-in hybrid F-Pace P400e is also available, though with less all-electric range than the XC60 T8. The F-Pace offers a more driver-focused suspension tune and a slightly sportier character on the road, which some buyers prefer. However, as the final production year for this generation, no new development or improvement is coming for the F-Pace. The XC60 received a design and technology refresh for 2026, including a new diagonal grille pattern, updated wheel designs, and new color options.

Safety is where the 2026 Volvo XC60 holds its most decisive advantage. Volvo's full suite of standard safety technology includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot information, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keeping aid, lane departure warning, road sign information, driver attention warning, front and rear collision warning, and pre-crash pretensioning seatbelts for both front and rear seats. The F-Pace's standard safety equipment does not include rear seatbelt pretensioners. The XC60 is recommended by Consumer Reports based on reliability, safety, and performance, while the F-Pace has a significantly lower reliability rating.

According to iSeeCars, the Volvo XC60 holds a reliability rating of 8.2 out of 10, compared to the Jaguar F-Pace's 5.6 out of 10. The XC60 also retains more of its value over five years, losing approximately 48.2 percent compared to the F-Pace's 54.1 percent. There are also more than twice as many Volvo dealers nationwide as Jaguar dealers, making warranty service and maintenance significantly more accessible for XC60 owners.

The 2026 Volvo XC60 outperforms the F-Pace in most interior space measurements. Rear legroom in the XC60 is 38.0 inches, giving rear passengers noticeably more comfort than in the F-Pace's tighter rear cabin. Cargo space behind the rear seats in the XC60 is 17.0 cubic feet, expanding to 63.3 cubic feet with seats folded. The F-Pace offers slightly more cargo space behind the rear seats at approximately 25.9 cubic feet due to its larger footprint, but the XC60's maximum folded figure is competitive.

The XC60's 2026 interior features Volvo's minimalist Scandinavian design with a standard 11.2-inch Google-powered touchscreen, Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play Store built in. Heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and premium textile upholstery are standard on the base Core trim. The F-Pace offers a well-regarded Pivi Pro infotainment system with a 11.4-inch touchscreen. Both vehicles seat five passengers in a well-appointed luxury cabin.