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Volvo XC90 vs. Toyota Highlander Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo XC90 and Toyota Highlander Hybrid 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 XC90 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

When comparing the Volvo XC90's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Volvo XC90's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a better car than the Volvo XC90.

Pricing: A used 2020 Volvo XC90 ranges from $35,140 to $50,653 while a used 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is priced between $29,967 to $42,996.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo XC90 loses 58.5 percent of its value and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid loses 38.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander Hybrid retains 20.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC90.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 5 Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 32 Best Hybrid SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC90 is 7.7 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the reliability rating is 9.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC90.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo XC90’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid base engine makes 243 horsepower. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The Highlander Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo XC90. The XC90 uses electricity, premium unleaded, and the Highlander Hybrid uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid 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 XC90 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volvo XC90 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$67,000

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

$77,250

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

$67,000 - $95,950

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$38,200

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$39,408

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$38,200 - $40,615

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$43,572

Price Range:

$35,140 - $50,653

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

$50,346

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

$43,572 - $60,781

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

186

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

56,407

# Good or Great Deals:

110

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$36,491

Price Range:

$29,967 - $42,996

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$33,671

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$30,850 - $36,491

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

116

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

62,932

# Good or Great Deals:

31

Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

6.9 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

9.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC90

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.5

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.3%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

86.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

7.4

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

7.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

4.5 - 19.9

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

5.3

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

4.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.8 - 5.3

Volvo XC90 Rankings

Best Off-road Luxury Hybrid SUVs

1 / 29

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 18

Best Off-road Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

1 / 18

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 7

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

1 / 5

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 5

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 5

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs Under $80k

1 / 5

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs Under $80k

1 / 5

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) Under $80k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows Under $80k

1 / 4

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs Under $80k

1 / 3

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 29

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 27

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

2 / 18

Best Family Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

2 / 18

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 7

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

2 / 5

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

3 / 7

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

3 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 5

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

3 / 5

Best Family Luxury Hybrid SUVs

4 / 29

Best Family Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

4 / 27

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

4 / 7

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

4 / 7

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs for Towing

4 / 5

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

4 / 5

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs for Tall People

4 / 5

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 5

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 27

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

5 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 7

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs

6 / 29

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

6 / 27

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs for Towing

6 / 27

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 29

Most Reliable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

7 / 18

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

7 / 18

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs for Towing

8 / 29

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) for Towing

8 / 18

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) for Tall People

8 / 18

Most Comfortable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

9 / 18

Most Affordable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

10 / 16

Most Reliable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

12 / 29

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs for Tall People

12 / 27

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

13 / 29

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

13 / 18

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Legroom

13 / 18

Most Comfortable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

15 / 29

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

15 / 27

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

16 / 27

Most Affordable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

17 / 23

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

17 / 21

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

18 / 29

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

21 / 27

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

22 / 29

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Safest Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 9

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

2 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

2 / 2

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 27

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

4 / 11

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

5 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 27

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

6 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

7 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

8 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

11 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

15 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

17 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

17 / 30

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

17 / 27

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

17 / 26

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

21 / 32

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Volvo XC90 Trim Levels

T8 eAWD Inscription 6-Passenger, T8 eAWD Inscription 7-Passenger, T8 eAWD Momentum 6-Passenger, T8 eAWD Momentum 7-Passenger, T8 eAWD R-Design

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, Limited, Platinum, 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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

400 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.080 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

243 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 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:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


36 / 35 / 36

Range (city/hwy):

616 / 599 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

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

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Air Suspension:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

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

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

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:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Cargo Space:

15.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

85.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

119.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.7 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

84.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

157.3 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4993 lbs

Width:

84.3 inches

Height:

69.9 inches

Length:

195 inches

Wheelbase:

117.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4330 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.0 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

Exterior Colors

Black

Onyx Black Metallic

Blue

Denim Blue Metallic

Gray

Osmium Grey Metallic / Thunder Grey Metallic

Silver

Bright Silver Metallic

White

Crystal White Metallic / Ice White

Brown

Not available

Red

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic / Moondust

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Blizzard Pearl

Brown

Opulent Amber

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

Brown

Maroon Brown

Gray

Slate

White

Blond

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Brown

Not available

Gray

Graphite

White

Not available

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