2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Suburban
When comparing the 2020 Volvo XC90's and the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The 2020 Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo XC90's and the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban is a better car than the 2020 Volvo XC90.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo XC90 ranges from $34,208 to $47,001 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Suburban is priced between $33,991 to $58,999.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value and the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban loses 45.6 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo XC90.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Suburban's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs and the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Suburban the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Suburban a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo XC90’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 355 horsepower. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the 2020 Volvo XC90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban. The XC90 uses premium unleaded, and the Suburban uses e85.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Volvo XC90 has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
34208 - 47001
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48855
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
33991 - 58999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456234
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.76721 / 10
Reliability:
8.501632 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.006456 / 10
Reliability:
8.819368 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Rankings
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25 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2020 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription 6-Passenger, T6 Inscription 7-Passenger, T6 Momentum 6-Passenger, T6 Momentum 7-Passenger, T6 R-Design
2020 Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
Fleet, LS, LT, Premier
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6300 lbs
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 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
341 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4375 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5586 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
224.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17