Lexus IS 2015 vs Volvo V40 Cross Country 2013
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 7.1 seconds | |
| Lexus IS engine produces 55 HP more power than Volvo V40 Cross Country, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Volvo V40 Cross Country. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | 5.6 | |
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The Volvo V40 Cross Country is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40 Cross Country, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 210 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 1100 km in combined cycle | |
| Volvo V40 Cross Country gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V40 Cross Country) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V40 Cross Country can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo V40 Cross Country version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Volvo V40 Cross Country 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.46 m | |
| Lexus IS is 30 cm longer than the Volvo V40 Cross Country, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus IS is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 391 litres | |
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Lexus IS has more luggage capacity. Lexus IS has 89 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40 Cross Country. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volvo V40 Cross Country, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`125 | no data | |
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| Average price (€): | 15 800 | no data | |
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