Chevrolet vs. Volvo
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chevrolet and Volvo contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chevrolet and Volvo cars.
When comparing the Chevrolet brand to the Volvo brand, Chevrolet has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, depreciation, horsepower, towing capacity and retained value. Volvo has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, fuel efficiency, safety and variety of models offered.
Chevrolet versus Volvo: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chevrolet versus Volvo pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Chevrolet in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. In contrast, Volvo has lower used vehicle starting prices in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Chevrolet models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Chevrolet versus Volvo: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Chevrolet vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Volvo offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Chevrolet offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Chevrolet versus Volvo: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Volvo has better safety ratings in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Chevrolet shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Chevrolet offers 10 SUVs, 1 sedan, 3 coupes, and 3 convertibles. In comparison, Volvo offers 12 SUVs, 4 wagons, and 6 sedans.
Drivetrain Options: Chevrolet offers 14 gasoline vehicles, 3 diesels, 1 hybrid, and 3 electric vehicles. Volvo offers 7 gasoline vehicles, 10 plug-in hybrids, and 5 electric vehicles.
Chevrolet offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 9 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Volvo offers 18 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 4 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
$58,683 - $91,246
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Volvo XC90
$59,414 - $76,893
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
$63,964 - $88,278
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Volvo XC90
$50,662 - $71,788
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
53.2%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Volvo XC90
58.7%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
355 hp / 383 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Volvo XC90
247 hp / 266 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
15 / 20 / 17
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Volvo XC90
23 / 30 / 26
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
8400 lbs
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Volvo XC90
5000 lbs
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.4 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Volvo XC90
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Volvo XC90
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Volvo XC90
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe
7.6 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Volvo XC90
7.2 / 10