Volvo vs. Tesla

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Volvo and Tesla 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 Volvo and Tesla cars.

When comparing the Volvo brand to the Tesla brand, Volvo has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, retained value and variety of models offered. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency, towing capacity and safety.

Volvo versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Volvo and Tesla both also have lower used vehicle starting prices in 3 out of 6 comparisons. Volvo models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 5 out of 6 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Volvo, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Volvo the overall advantage over Tesla.

Volvo versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 3 out of 6 model comparisons, with Volvo offering more horsepower in 3 comparisons. Tesla offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 4 comparisons. In 3 comparisons, Volvo and Tesla have the same towing capacity.

Volvo versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Tesla has better safety ratings in 1 out of 4 comparisons. Volvo and Tesla tie for safety in 3 comparisons. Volvo shows higher ratings for retained value in 5 out of 6 comparisons.

Available Body Styles: Volvo offers 12 SUVs, 4 wagons, and 6 sedans. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Volvo offers 7 gasoline vehicles, 10 plug-in hybrids, and 5 electric vehicles. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.

Volvo offers 18 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 4 rear-wheel-drive models. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.