Lexus IS300 vs Volvo V40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Volvo V40
Overview
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 300 | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,535 | $25,700 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp (best) | 170 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 177 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 10.8 cu ft | 68.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 975 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs | 2,822 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 101 in |
| Length | 185.4 in (best) | 178 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 67.6 in |
| Height | 56.5 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lexus IS300300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Lexus IS300 | Volvo V40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 300 $40,535 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $25,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 300 $42,535 MSRP | LSE $29,845 MSRP |
| 3 | 300 F SPORT Design $42,505 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 300 F SPORT Design $44,545 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 300 F SPORT $44,580 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 300 F SPORT $46,620 MSRP | — |