2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volvo XC90
In comparing the 2019 Toyota Highlander's and the 2019 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2019 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Toyota Highlander's and the 2019 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota Highlander is a better car than the 2019 Volvo XC90.
2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2019 Toyota Highlander ranges from $25,318 to $37,997 while a used 2019 Volvo XC90 is priced between $27,638 to $42,993.
2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volvo XC90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Toyota Highlander loses 38.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota Highlander retains 10.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Volvo XC90.
2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander is 9.0 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander being ranked 1 out of 21 Best 7-Seater SUVs and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs.
2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 Volvo XC90 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.7 out of 10. For the Volvo XC90 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Toyota Highlander’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2019 Volvo XC90 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. This gives the 2019 Volvo XC90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Toyota Highlander. The Highlander uses regular unleaded, and the XC90 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2019 Toyota Highlander has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Toyota Highlander and the 2019 Volvo XC90 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$25,318 - $37,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,638 - $42,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Highlander Rankings
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46 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2019 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels
LE, LE Plus, Limited, Limited Platinum, SE, XLE
2019 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 461 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4165 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4771 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
