Buick Lucerne vs. Volvo S60
When we compare the Buick Lucerne's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Buick Lucerne has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Lucerne's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Buick Lucerne vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2011 Buick Lucerne ranges from $5,931 to $14,993 while a used 2011 Volvo S60 is priced between $6,507 to $14,750.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Lucerne’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Lucerne is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 463 miles.This gives the Volvo S60 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Lucerne the advantage in maximum range. The Lucerne uses ethanol, gasoline, and the S60 uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick Lucerne has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in 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
The 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:
5931 - 14993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6507 - 14750
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Buick Lucerne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Lucerne Rankings
Not yet 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 / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Lucerne Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXL Premium, Super
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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):
Not yet available
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:
227 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
237 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
325 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 463 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision 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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision 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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3735 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3901 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/40R18