Can the Lexus RX350 Measure Up to the New 2016 Volvo XC60?

The search for a premium crossover SUV can be difficult for drivers in Dedham, Norwood, and Boston. With so many excellent choices, so many dealerships, and so many offers, it's easy to get swept up in the sea of options. But we'd like to offer up some brief research on two very popular compact luxury SUVs in the area, one Lexus and one Volvo.

For the sake of a fair comparison, we researched the differences and similarities between the Lexus RX350 AWD and the 2016 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD.

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Compare Performance

While sleek design, interior comfort, and available features are taken into consideration before choosing a new luxury SUV, we know that performance and power are #1 on your list. After all, you're buying to drive it, not stare at it--though stare you may.

  • Since the Volvo XC60 boasts a significantly cheaper MSRP, you are paying less for the same, if not better, all-weather ready package.
  • AWD can only get you so far if you don't have enough ground clearance to properly maneuver through Mother Nature's worst. While both models keep a good distance from the ground, the Volvo XC60 has two additional inches of ground clearance.
  • Even though the Lexus boasts a larger, 3.5L V6 engine, it provides only an additional 20 horsepower: 270 HP to the Volvo's 250 HP, and actually offers less torque. That hefty engine will cost you, too
  • The Volvo's more efficient 2.5L 5-cylinder engine offers 19 mpg in the city and 26 on the highway; the RX350's V6 is rated for 18/24. Is that extra, small kick of horsepower worth it? We'll let you decide.

Compare Style and Design

You may be buying with your gut, but you're shopping with your heart. The way a car looks--and the way it subsequently makes you feel--also plays a surprisingly large role in deciding which compact luxury crossover will be right for you.

  • While the Lexus RX350 happily conforms to the singular style of the brand, the Volvo XC60 stands out. With a striking design, and a compact but capable body, this Volvo embodies everything we love about a crossover.
  • The XC60's sturdy design isn't all talk, either. It boasts a max trailering weight of 3,500 lbs compared to the Lexus' 1500 maximum lbs. Drive a luxury car that's as versatile and hard-working as you are.

  
 

Compare for Yourself at Volvo of Norwood

The 2016 XC60 comes with a long history of incredible Volvo safety and reliability. While its competition may boast similar comfort, convenience, and security features, you can't put a price on peace of mind. Volvo's City Safety System comes standard, to help you navigate tight metropolis areas with more confidence, as well as advanced stability and traction control and a suite of protective safety measures. Does the Lexus offer similar insurance for you and your family?

But, no matter how many numbers, facts, and specs we give you, the real choice lies with you. Come to Volvo of Norwood to explore the new XC60 in person; compare it to other models in the new Volvo lineup, and then check out our competitive Volvo loan and leases