Cadillac XTS vs. Volvo S90
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac XTS and Volvo S90 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 Cadillac XTS and the Volvo S90.
When we compare the Cadillac XTS's and the Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac XTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Volvo S90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac XTS's and the Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac XTS is a better car than the Volvo S90.
Pricing: A used 2019 Cadillac XTS ranges from $16,036 to $31,130 while a used 2019 Volvo S90 is priced between $17,613 to $32,805.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac XTS loses 60.2 percent of its value and the Volvo S90 loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the Volvo S90 retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac XTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac XTS’s base engine makes 304 horsepower, and the Volvo S90 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The XTS is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. The S90 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 557 miles. This gives the Volvo S90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac XTS. The XTS uses regular unleaded, and the S90 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac XTS, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Volvo S90, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room. The Cadillac XTS and Volvo S90 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Cadillac XTS has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$77,288
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$29,570 - $134,300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,350
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$60,362
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,070 - $121,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,166
Price Range:
$16,036 - $31,130
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$47,151
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$19,658 - $84,966
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
62
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
80,566
# Good or Great Deals:
27
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,183
Price Range:
$17,613 - $32,805
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$36,628
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$20,448 - $72,699
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
49,248
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Cadillac XTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac XTS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.7 - 9.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo S90
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
6.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3 - 9.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.5 - 22.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 17.8
Cadillac XTS Rankings
Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Cadillac XTS Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Platinum V-Sport, Premium Luxury, Standard
Volvo S90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
304 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 532 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):
23 / 35 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 557 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4021 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
59.4 inches
Length:
200.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4819 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
200.1 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Bronze Dune Metallic
Black
Black Raven / Stellar Black Metallic
Blue
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Gray
Phantom Gray Metallic / Stone Gray Metallic
Red
Red Horizon Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Magic Blue Metallic / Mussel Blue Metallic
Gray
Osmium Grey Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Shale w/Jet Black Accents
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Amber
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Maroon Brown
White
Blond
