Are you deciding between the Lexus RX and Volvo XC60? Both have benefits and radiate of luxury and cutting-edge features. The Lexus RX shines with a generous range of trims and engines, a comfortable and high-tech cabin, and more. See a detailed look at the Lexus RX vs. Volvo XC60 and how the Lexus takes the lead over its competitor in this luxury SUV comparison. You can discover how performances, features, dimensions, and trims compare between the Lexus RX and Volvo XC60 today.

2024 Lexus RX vs. 2024 Volvo XC60 Dimensions

Lexus RX vs. Volvo XC60 Engines & Performance

Below, we take a look at maximum horsepower, torque, and towing capacity when comparing the base models of the Lexus RX and Volvo XC60. As you can see, the Lexus SUV takes the lead with its standard power and torque, though both share the same towing capacity.

Lexus RX 350:

• Max Horsepower: 275hp
• Max Torque: 317lb-ft
• Max Towing Capacity: 3,500lbs

Volvo XC60:

• Max Horsepower: 247hp
• Max Torque: 258lb-ft
• Max Towing Capacity: 3,500lbs

The Lexus RX 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque comes standard on the Lexus RX 350. However, there are additional engine options if you decide on a different RX model, with the RX 350h having a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine offering 246 horsepower and 233 pound-feet of torque and the mighty RX 500h with its 2.4-liter Turbo 4-cylinder engine with Lexus Hybrid Electric Drive that can deliver 366 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque. The Volvo XC60 2.0-liter 4-cylinder comes in with less power standard with 247 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The XC60 does offer other engines, too, if you decide on the Volvo XC60 Recharge that offers 455 horsepower.

Lexus RX vs. Volvo XC60 Trim Options

When comparing Lexus RX vs. Volvo XC60 trims, if you want to have more options to choose from with your SUV, you will enjoy the Lexus. When looking at just the gas models of each luxury SUV, you find that the Lexus RX has 5 trim options and the Volvo XC60 has 3 trims. Here, we take a look at the variety of trims in the lineup for the Lexus RX and Volvo XC60, only including gas versions.

Lexus RX Trims

• RX 350
• RX 350 Premium
• RX 350 Premium+
• RX 350 Luxury
• RX 350 F SPORT Handling AWD

Volvo XC60 Trims

• Volvo XC60 Core
• Volvo XC60 Plus
• Volvo XC60 Ultimate

If you compare trims for the hybrids of each SUV, the Lexus RX has additional trims including: RX 350h AWD, RX 350h Premium AWD, RX 350h Premium+ AWD, RX 350h Luxury AWD, and RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD. When inspecting XC60 hybrid trims, the Volvo offers the: XC60 Recharge Core, XC60 Recharge Plus, and XC60 Recharge Ultimate, and XC60 Recharge Polestar Engineered.

Lexus RX vs. Volvo XC60 Features

On the Lexus RX, you get a standard 9.8-in multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and luxurious amenities like NuLuxe® interior trim and 8-way power-adjustable front seats. You also get heated front seats with the RX, and standard Lexus Safety System+ 3.0.

This leading safety suite includes features like: All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Curve Speed Management, Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and Intersection Support, Road Sign Assist, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, and Intelligent High Beams. You will also feel secure with 10 airbags standard and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.

The features for the Volvo XC60 include a 9-inch touchscreen and safety features like a lane keeping aid, road sign information feature, oncoming lane mitigation, and slippery road alert. You also get a blind spot information system and cross traffic alert.

Interior comfort is exceptional in both SUVs, and interior dimensions are similar for both 5-passenger vehicles, but there are differences. For cargo, both have room for storing belongings easily, with the Lexus RX offering 46.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded vs. the Volvo XC60 and its 63.3 cubic feet.

Though the Volvo XC60 has more cargo capacity when the seats get folded, if you want to be able to travel with friends and family and still bring along cargo, you will want to go with the Lexus RX. It has a greater cargo space when the rear seats are up with 29.6 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the Volvo XC60 and 17.1 cubic feet of cargo room when its rear seats are up.

Shop for a Lexus RX at DARCARS Lexus of Englewood

After checking out this Lexus vs. Volvo detailed comparison between the RX and XC60, are you ready to take the next steps and buy yourself a new luxury SUV? Visit our Lexus dealership and see the Lexus RX for sale in Englewood, NJ, and why it is the superior choice. With its advanced features, spacious interior, and powerful performance, with plenty of trims to pick between, the Lexus RX is a top choice for your new SUV.

You can find out more details for the Lexus RX here in this Lexus RX trim levels guide.

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