2012 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Lexus IS 250C
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2012 Volvo C70 and 2012 Lexus IS 250C contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2012 Volvo C70 and the 2012 Lexus IS 250C.
When we compare the 2012 Volvo C70's and the 2012 Lexus IS 250C's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Volvo C70 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2012 Lexus IS 250C has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Volvo C70's and the 2012 Lexus IS 250C's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2012 Volvo C70 ranges from $5,350 to $14,975 while a used 2012 Lexus IS 250C is priced between $10,993 to $24,992.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2012 Volvo C70’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the 2012 Lexus IS 250C base engine makes 204 horsepower. The C70 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 445 miles. The IS 250C is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the 2012 Lexus IS 250C the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Volvo C70. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2012 Lexus IS 250C has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The 2012 Volvo C70 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
39950
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
41190
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10179
Price Range:
5350 - 14975
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
21
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
91059
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17272
Price Range:
10993 - 24992
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
15
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
91291
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Volvo C70 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus IS 250C Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2012 Volvo C70
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2012 Lexus IS 250C
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5693850507556113
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.275678681310719
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Volvo C70 Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus IS 250C Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Volvo C70 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier Plus
2012 Lexus IS 250C Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
204 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
325 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3837 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
181.7 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Black Stone / Ember Black Metallic
Blue
Caspian Blue Metallic / Celestial Blue Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic
Silver
Electric Silver Metallic
White
Ice White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Obsidian
Blue
Cerulean Blue Metallic / Deep Sea Mica
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Not available
White
Starfire Pearl
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl / Tungsten Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Calcite
Black
Off Black
Brown
Cacao
Red
Cranberry
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Alabaster / Saddle
Black
Black
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Gray
Light Gray
