2024 Lexus RX 500h vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Review

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2024 Lexus
RX 500h

MSRP*: $62,750
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2024 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $56,600 to $70,600
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MPG - City 27 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.2 ft3 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 366-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 366 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 3,494 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 192.5 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lexus RX 500h offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volvo XC90, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus RX 500h and the Volvo XC90.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus RX 500h as you will with the Volvo XC90, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus RX 500h will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC90.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus RX 500h is much slimmer than the Volvo XC90, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Lexus RX 500h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC90.

Handling
The Lexus RX 500h has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC90 is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 500h for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus RX 500h has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus RX 500h transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC90.

Utility
The Lexus RX 500h has less seating than the Volvo XC90, making the Volvo XC90 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus RX 500h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC90.