Volvo XC60 vs. Toyota Venza
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo XC60 and Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza.
In comparing the Volvo XC60's and the Toyota Venza'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 fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Toyota Venza has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC60's and the Toyota Venza's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC60 is a better car than the Toyota Venza.
Pricing: A used 2015 Volvo XC60 ranges from $6,999 to $17,998 while a used 2015 Toyota Venza is priced between $9,760 to $20,134.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo XC60’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Toyota Venza base engine makes 182 horsepower. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Venza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. This gives the Volvo XC60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Venza. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Venza has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo XC60, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Volvo XC60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
35750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
39315
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
33100 - 52700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
29065
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
28869
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
20695 - 33975
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11998
Price Range:
6999 - 17998
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
14298
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
11841 - 20551
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
137
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
106048
# Good or Great Deals:
64
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
14820
Price Range:
9760 - 20134
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
13806
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
9071 - 23650
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
55
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
121799
# Good or Great Deals:
24
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Venza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 6.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.293
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Venza
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.4 - 6.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.203
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6919652373479634
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1.0 - 14.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7879026570590841
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.8 - 8.3
Volvo XC60 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
7 out of / 68Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 64Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
47 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Ranking
54 out of / 68Toyota Venza Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 Platinum, 3.2 Premier, 3.2 Premier Plus, T5, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Drive-E Premier Plus, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T6, T6 Drive-E, T6 Drive-E Platinum, T6 Drive-E Premier Plus, T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum, T6 R-Design Premier Plus
Toyota Venza Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
165 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
36.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4041 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3760 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Black Stone
Blue
Caspian Blue Metallic
Brown
Twilight Bronze Metallic
Gray
Bright Silver Metallic / Savile Gray Metallic
Green
Seashell Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic / Rich Java Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic / Ice White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Attitude Black Metallic
Blue
Parisian Night Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Cosmic Gray Mica / Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Off Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Ivory
Gray
Light Gray
