Lexus IS 250 vs. Volvo S60
When we compare the Lexus IS 250's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus IS 250's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S60 is a better car than the Lexus IS 250.
Lexus IS 250 vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2015 Lexus IS 250 ranges from $16,472 to $27,598 while a used 2015 Volvo S60 is priced between $9,910 to $19,990.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus IS 250’s base engine makes 204 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 240 horsepower. The IS 250 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 659 miles. This gives the Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus IS 250. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volvo S60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus IS 250 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room 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:
$16,472 - $27,598
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$9,910 - $19,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
Lexus IS 250 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 250 Rankings
Not yet available
Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus IS 250 Trim Levels
Base, Crafted Line
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Drive-E Premier Plus, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Drive-E, T6 Drive-E Platinum, T6 Drive-E Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
204 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
25 / 37 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
445 / 659 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
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:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3433 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
