2025 Lexus NX 250 vs. 2025 Volvo XC60 Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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2025 Volvo
XC60

MSRP*: $47,050 to $58,100
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 203 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lexus NX 250 than the Volvo XC60. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus NX 250 and the Volvo XC60.

Convenience
With the Volvo XC60, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 250, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Lexus NX 250 is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC60, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 250 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC60.

Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC60, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC60 is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 250 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 250 has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC60.

Powertrain
The Lexus NX 250 has much lower torque than the Volvo XC60, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus NX 250 and the Volvo XC60. The Lexus NX 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC60.