Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 450h
When comparing the Volvo XC60's and the Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC60's and the Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the Volvo XC60.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 450h Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo XC60 ranges from $36,626 to $60,620 while a used 2020 Lexus RX 450h is priced between $39,522 to $52,412.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 450h Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo XC60 loses 61.1 percent of its value and the Lexus RX 450h loses 44.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 450h retains 16.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC60.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 450h Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC60 is 6.8 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 450h's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC60 being ranked 10 out of 26 Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Lexus RX 450h being ranked 2 out of 26. Out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs, the Volvo XC60 is ranked 11 and the Lexus RX 450h is ranked 2.
Volvo XC60 vs. Lexus RX 450h Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC60 is 7.1 out of 10. For the Lexus RX 450h the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 450h 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 400 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 450h base engine makes 308 horsepower. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles.This gives the Lexus RX 450h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volvo XC60 the advantage in maximum range. The XC60 uses electricity, premium unleaded, and the RX 450h uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Lexus RX 450h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space. The Volvo XC60 and Lexus RX 450h are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus RX 450h has an average safety rating of 4.34 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
36626 - 60620
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.611224
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
39522 - 52412
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443415
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RX 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.974554 / 10
Reliability:
9.343663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Volvo XC60 Rankings
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22 out of / 28Lexus RX 450h Rankings
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27 out of / 28Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T8 eAWD Inscription, T8 eAWD Momentum, T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered, T8 eAWD R-Design
Lexus RX 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT, F SPORT Performance
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):
4.34 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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):
26 / 28 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
499 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
533 / 482 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
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4723 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4740 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18