2024 Lexus GX 550 vs. 2025 Volvo XC90 Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus GX 550

2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC90

2025 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $57,400 to $70,600
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 15 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 7,601 - 9,096 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 197.1 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 78.0 - 78.7 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus GX 550 than in the Volvo XC90. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus GX 550 and the Volvo XC90.

Convenience
The Volvo XC90 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The Lexus GX 550 is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC90.

Dimensions
The Lexus GX 550 is about the same width as the Volvo XC90. When looking at overall length, the Lexus GX 550 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC90.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC90 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus GX 550 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90.

Utility
The Lexus GX 550 has less seating than the Volvo XC90, making the Volvo XC90 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC90.