Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 350
In comparing the Volvo XC60's and the Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volvo XC60 and Lexus RX 350 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC60's and the Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the Volvo XC60.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 350 Pricing
A used 2024 Volvo XC60 ranges from $47,400 to $59,116 while a used 2024 Lexus RX 350 is priced between $53,018 to $67,863. For a new model, the Volvo XC60's price is between $48,038 and $60,485, with the Lexus RX 350 priced between $53,743 and $67,270.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo XC60 loses 54.6 percent of its value and the Lexus RX 350 loses 34.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 350 retains 19.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC60.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC60 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 350's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC60 being ranked 4 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 2 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Volvo XC60 is ranked 6 and the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 3.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC60 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Lexus RX 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo XC60’s base engine makes 247 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 350 base engine makes 275 horsepower. Both the XC60 and the RX 350 are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 504 and 516 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volvo XC60 has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.46 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
48038 - 60485
Used Asking Price:
47400 - 59116
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54576
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53743 - 67270
Used Asking Price:
53018 - 67863
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.346895
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.167888 / 10
Reliability:
9.043663 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Volvo XC60 Rankings
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3 out of / 29Ranking
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4 out of / 61Ranking
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6 out of / 68Ranking
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53 out of / 68Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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3 out of / 10Ranking
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21 out of / 61Ranking
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60 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Black Edition, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium, Premium+
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.46 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
396 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
37.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4162 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R19