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Lexus RX vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Lexus RX

Volvo XC60

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

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.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Lexus RX
Volvo XC60

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RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km

Lexus RX

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.

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Volvo XC60

5 (2 Reviews)
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The 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.

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Lexus RX
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
63500 - 84700 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
25 - 182 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4890 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 371 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 273 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Volvo
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.