Volvo XC60 vs. Tesla Model X
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo XC60 and Tesla Model X contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volvo XC60 and the Tesla Model X.
When comparing the Volvo XC60's and the Tesla Model X's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Tesla Model X has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC60's and the Tesla Model X's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model X is a better car than the Volvo XC60.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo XC60 loses 55.9 percent of its value and the Tesla Model X loses 63.4 percent of its value. This means the Volvo XC60 retains 7.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Tesla Model X.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo XC60’s base engine makes 455 horsepower, and the Tesla Model X base engine makes 670 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Tesla Model X, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo XC60, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volvo XC60 and the Tesla Model X have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
66285 - 80748
Starting MSRP:
61150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
58605
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Compact SUVs)
54365 - 61150
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
99990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
78597
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
59200 - 99990
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
81815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize SUVs)
79449 - 84181
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Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Tesla Model X Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC60
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Typical Category Recalls:
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Volvo XC60 Rankings
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49 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T8 Core, T8 Plus, T8 Polestar Engineered, T8 Ultra, T8 Ultra Black Edition
Tesla Model X Trim Levels
Base, Plaid
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:
8 years / 150000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
455 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
523 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.098 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
670 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.130 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
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):
Not yet available
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Safety Features
Backup 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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 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:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
43.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
91.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4658 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5148 lbs
Width:
89.4 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
199.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 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:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Bright Dusk Metallic / Vapour Grey Metallic
Green
Forest Lake Green Metallic
Red
Mulberry Red Metallic
Silver
Aurora Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black
Blue
Frost Blue Metallic
Gray
Stealth Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Ultra Red
Silver
Lunar Silver
White
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Cardamom in Charcoal/Cardamom Interior
Beige
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Beige
Cream
White
Black and White
