Acura TSX vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 (best) | $37,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 240 hp (best) |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs (best) | 3,794 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in | 190.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 75.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56.7 in | 63.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 2 (best) |
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 TSX | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | T5 Classic Premier $43,050 MSRP |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | T5 Drive-E Platinum $45,675 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum $46,675 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T5 Platinum $47,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T5 Classic Platinum $48,175 MSRP |
Acura TSX vs Volvo XC70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2016 Volvo XC70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TSX starts lower at $30,635.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,635).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Acura TSX or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).