Acura TLX vs Volvo S60
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Volvo S60
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | B5 Core |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 | $42,600 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,500 | $7,579 (best) |
| Median listing price | $23,062 (best) | $31,800 |
| Highest listing price | $47,100 | $37,989 (best) |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 7 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 247 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 11.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs | 3,746 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 113.1 in (best) |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 188.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TLX | Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | B5 Core $44,900 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | B5 Plus $45,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | B5 Plus $47,750 MSRP |
| 5 | — | B5 Ultra $50,300 MSRP |
| 6 | — | B5 Ultra Black Edition $51,000 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T8 Core $52,100 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T8 Plus $54,900 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T8 Ultra $57,400 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T8 Ultra Black Edition $58,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Acura TLX vs Volvo S60 FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Acura TLX vs 2025 Volvo S60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Volvo S60 starts lower at $42,600. Live Acura TLX listings start at $17,500. Live Volvo S60 listings start at $7,579.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Acura TLX or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Acura TLX vs 2025 Volvo S60?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TLX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo S60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).