Lexus ES 350 vs. Volvo S40 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Volvo S40 to the dealership as the Lexus ES 350. The S40 won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Lexus ES 350. Producing a precise fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though both the Volvo S40 and the Volvo S40 perform approximately comparably when it comes to fuel economy. As far as MSRP, the Volvo S40 doesn't cost much less than the ES 350.

Utility
Neither the Volvo S40 nor the Lexus has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Convenience
You likely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Volvo S40 than with the Lexus ES 350, as both offer comparable mileage ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Volvo S40's front cabin compared to the Lexus ES 350. While the rear of the Lexus ES 350 offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the S40, there really isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Lexus ES 350 than the Volvo S40 because of its bigger tank. The Volvo S40 and the Lexus ES 350 compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Volvo is most certainly nimbler than the Lexus ES 350, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Lexus ES 350's engine is significantly more massive than the S40's. Remember that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The S40 could learn a lesson or two from the Lexus ES 350 in terms of pickup.

Warranty
The Lexus ES 350 and the Volvo S40 have the same basic warranty.