2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Lexus IS 250
When comparing the 2012 Volvo S60's and the 2012 Lexus IS 250's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Volvo S60's and the 2012 Lexus IS 250's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Volvo S60 is a better car than the 2012 Lexus IS 250.
2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Lexus IS 250 Pricing
A used 2012 Volvo S60 ranges from $5,798 to $15,128 while a used 2012 Lexus IS 250 is priced between $9,768 to $19,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Volvo S60’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2012 Lexus IS 250 base engine makes 204 horsepower. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 534 miles. The IS 250 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the 2012 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Lexus IS 250. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Volvo S60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2012 Lexus IS 250 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Volvo S60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5798 - 15128
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9768 - 19995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 250 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Lexus IS 250 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5, T6, T6 R-Design
2012 Lexus IS 250 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
204 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 534 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
325 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3548 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
180.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available