Chevrolet Tahoe vs. Volvo XC90
In comparing the Chevrolet Tahoe to the Volvo XC90, the Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Tahoe versus the Volvo XC90, the Chevrolet Tahoe is a better car than the Volvo XC90.
Chevrolet Tahoe versus Volvo XC90 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Tahoe ranges from $35,000 to $59,999 while a used Volvo XC90 from the same model year range is priced between $36,764 to $52,987. For a new model, the Chevrolet Tahoe's price is between $53,038 and $82,002, with the Volvo XC90 priced between $57,091 and $75,138.
Chevrolet Tahoe versus Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Tahoe is 8.2 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Tahoe being ranked 4 out of 12 Best Large SUVs and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Tahoe’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The Tahoe is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 526 miles. The Tahoe uses regular unleaded, and the XC90 uses premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and payload capacity, while the Volvo XC90 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volvo XC90 has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Tahoe, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Volvo XC90 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,038 - $82,002
Used Asking Price:
$35,000 - $59,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$57,091 - $75,138
Used Asking Price:
$36,764 - $52,987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 31iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 25Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LS, LT, RST, Premier, High Country, Z71, Fleet, Police, Special Service
Trim Levels
B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, B6 Plus Bright Theme 6P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 7P, B6 Plus Bright Theme 7P, B6 Core, B5 Plus Bright Theme, B5 Core
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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:
6000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 526 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
122.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
56.6 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:
5542 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
210.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4589 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
275/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
