2018 Volvo XC90 vs. 2018 Lexus RX 350

The 2018 Lexus RX 350 and the 2018 Volvo XC90 are two of the most sought-after vehicles in the market today. If you are looking to buy a car and have these two models on your mind, we will be glad to help you in taking the right decision. Read this comparison to know why Volvo is more loved than Lexus.

Design & Style

Exterior designing is not an issue for both the models, as they are quite posh and elegant. The 2018 Lexus RX 350 is a 5-seater crossover SUV with standard leather upholstery. You will find plenty of headroom and legroom across both rows of seating, particularly with the reclining and sliding back seats. The cabin is solidly built of quality materials, with the interior featuring a minimalist design.

From exquisite front seats to trimmings made of metal and wood, the Volvo XC90 is a 5-seater crossover with European elegance.  Both the rows are quite spacious, allowing taller passengers to stretch out comfortably. With plentiful premium-grade materials, the build quality and styling feel refined, and the cabin's sleek design is enhanced by the modern center stack.

Technology & Safety

The Lexus RX offers all the latest technology features as expected from a luxury car. Some of the standard features include satellite radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth, voice recognition, USB ports, push-button start, proximity key entry, and climate control. The infotainment system has an 8-inch touch-screen display, and with complex menus, you will find it hard to take control. The vehicle is equipped with plenty of advanced driver assistance features, including pedestrian detection, forward collision warning with brake assist, adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, automatic high beams, and a rearview camera.

The Volvo XC90 is fully loaded with a wealth of interior features. The infotainment system includes 10 speakers, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and vertically positioned touch screen. The system is quite easy to use, with a responsive touch screen for controls. The safety features are quite impressive as well, including rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, road sign detection, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning and a rearview camera.

Performance

Performance is a crucial aspect to consider when you are looking to buy a car. Speaking of which, the RX comes standard with a V6 3.5-liter engine that can hit up to 295 Horsepower. One should rather opt for XC90's T6 engine with more commanding acceleration and higher pick-up.

The Bottom Line

From the above comparison, we can safely conclude that Volvo XC90 is way ahead of RX 350 in terms of technology, performance, and mileage. The Lexus may have its own set of attributes, but not enough to compete with Volvo.

Ready to Schedule a 2018 Volvo XC90 Test Drive Today?

Do you want to see and experience for yourself what this Volvo vehicle has to offer? Visit us at Volvo Cars Manhattan today! Our customer service representatives are knowledgeable and can provide pertinent advice regarding car purchase, servicing, financing, and more. Contact us today and book a test drive for the 2018 Volvo XC90 now!