Buick LaCrosse vs Volvo S60
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Volvo S60
Overview
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 1SV | B5 Core |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2019 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,570 (best) | $42,600 |
| Lowest listing price | $8,990 | $5,443 (best) |
| Median listing price | $16,396 (best) | $31,300 |
| Highest listing price | $19,977 (best) | $37,989 |
| For sale now | 4 | 9 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 247 hp (best) |
| Torque | 187 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.3 cu ft (best) | 11.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,490 lbs (best) | 3,746 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.4 in (best) | 113.1 in |
| Length | 197.5 in (best) | 188.1 in |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 57.5 in (best) | 56.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick LaCrosse1SV | 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) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 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 | Buick LaCrosse | Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1SV $29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $33,670 MSRP | B5 Core $44,900 MSRP |
| 3 | Essence $36,370 MSRP | B5 Plus $45,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Essence $41,070 MSRP | B5 Plus $47,750 MSRP |
| 5 | Premium $38,670 MSRP | B5 Ultra $50,300 MSRP |
| 6 | Premium $43,470 MSRP | B5 Ultra Black Edition $51,000 MSRP |
| 7 | Sport Touring $39,370 MSRP | T8 Core $52,100 MSRP |
| 8 | Avenir $44,870 MSRP | T8 Plus $54,900 MSRP |
| 9 | Avenir $47,070 MSRP | T8 Ultra $57,400 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T8 Ultra Black Edition $58,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Buick LaCrosse vs Volvo S60 FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Buick LaCrosse 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: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Buick LaCrosse starts lower at $29,570. Live Buick LaCrosse listings start at $8,990. Live Volvo S60 listings start at $5,443.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,570).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Volvo S60?
- The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2025 Volvo S60?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick LaCrosse (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo S60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).