2022 V90 Cross Country vs. 2022 Ford C-Max

The Volvo V90 Cross Country and the Ford C-Max are two of the most practical compact crossovers on the market. They sport some of the same features, but each comes with unique advantages that make it a great choice for drivers who want a spacious vehicle with plenty of cargo space. Let's take a closer look at these two vehicles to see if one of them might be right for you.

Design & Style

• Exterior Design

The 2022 V90 Cross Country and 2022 Ford C-Max have a two-box design with a longer wheelbase and cargo area in the rear. The front fascia of both vehicles is similar, except for how they each use their own brand's grille style. The V90 Cross Country uses a hexagonal pattern, while the Ford C-Max has an oval shape.

Both models are available in various trim levels, including standard or higher trims such as Platinum or S60 R-Design. As you move up to these higher trims, you can expect more features like advanced safety systems like adaptive cruise control (ACC), automatic emergency braking (AEB), and lane keeping assist (LKA).

• Interior Design

The interior design of the 2022 Ford C-Max is a little more traditional than the 2022 V90 Cross Country, but it's still clean and modern. The dash features a large infotainment screen with a minimalist center console without any buttons or knobs to distract you from driving, which is nice if you like minimalism but less so if you're looking for something more tactile.

There are two seats in front and two seats in the back, all covered in leather with heating functions. The dashboard is made out of plastic instead of metal or wood; we could see this being an issue for some people who want a more luxurious feel when they drive their car, but most people won't notice unless they're paying super-close attention.

Technology & Safety

The V90 Cross Country is packed with state-of-the-art safety and driver-assist technology. This includes a 360-degree surround view camera that provides a birds-eye view of your surroundings. The system also has parking sensors, lane guidance, and adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality. It can even brake automatically to avoid obstacles in front of it while driving at low speeds.

The Ford C-Max features several driver-assist technologies, including adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality, lane keeping assist, and blind spot monitoring systems for increased safety on the road.

Performance

The 2022 V90 Cross Country uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 295 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft of torque. The 2022 Ford C-Max uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter three-cylinder engine that produces 141 horsepower and 129 lb.-ft of torque, but the latter has an electric motor to help it achieve 240 hp and 294 lb.-ft of torque in total. This means that although the 2022 V90 Cross Country is slightly more powerful, both cars get similar fuel efficiency ratings-25 mpg city/34 mpg highway when driven on regular gasoline for both vehicles or up to 33 mpg city/39 mpg highway.

While neither car is particularly fast off the line, their powertrains are nevertheless efficient enough for real-world driving conditions. They should provide plenty of get-up-and-go when merging onto highways or passing slower cars on rural roads without being underpowered when climbing steep grades or accelerating quickly from stoplights as well as providing adequate power during winter weather conditions such as snow storms where even low speeds require heavy braking while handling slippery road surfaces which make it very difficult to maintain control without having adequate traction provided by anti-lock brakes systems.

The Bottom Line

The 2020 Volvo V90 Cross Country wins this comparison. It has a more powerful engine and better transmission, plus it handles better and rides smoother than the Ford C-Max. The V90 Cross Country doesn't have as many safety features as the C-Max, but it does offer some of its driver assistance technologies that are worth considering if you want to stay safe on the road.

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