Compare performance (371 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (63500 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Volvo XC60?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Volvo XC60 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14323 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 performs a bit better – achieving up to 82 km, about 14 km more than the Lexus RX.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 has a to a small extent edge – offering 455 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls distinct stronger with 709 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 158 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is slight lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers slight more room – 483 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs slight better – up to 1678 L, which is about 135 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, Lexus RX a bit takes the win – 620 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Lexus RX is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
detailsThe Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
63500 - 84700 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
25 - 182 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4890 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 371 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
184 - 273 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Volvo
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The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.