Volvo S90 vs. Lexus ES 350
When we compare the Volvo S90's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S90 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo S90's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the Volvo S90.
Volvo S90 vs. Lexus ES 350 Pricing
For a new model, the Volvo S90's price is between $49,682 and $66,862, with the Lexus ES 350 priced between $45,414 and $56,804.
Volvo S90 vs. Lexus ES 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo S90 loses 59.6 percent of its value and the Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 350 retains 19 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S90.
Volvo S90 vs. Lexus ES 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S90 is 8.0 out of 10 while the Lexus ES 350's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S90 being ranked 19 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29.
Volvo S90 vs. Lexus ES 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S90 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Lexus ES 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo S90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo S90’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the Lexus ES 350 base engine makes 302 horsepower. The S90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. This gives the Lexus ES 350 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo S90. The S90 uses premium unleaded, and the ES 350 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Volvo S90 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space. The Volvo S90 and Lexus ES 350 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus ES 350 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49682 - 66862
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.596498
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45414 - 56804
Used Asking Price:
44979 - 55944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo S90 Trim Levels
B6 Plus, B6 Ultimate
Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 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:
295 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
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 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 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:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4296 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
200.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3690 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17