VS

BMW 2 Series vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Volvo S90?

BMW 2 Series vs Volvo S90: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

Volvo S90

  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

S90

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series is markedly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers marginally more torque with 709 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Volvo S90 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is clearly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers moderately more boot space – 453 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries noticeably more – 518 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 89 km
BMW 2 Series
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

details

Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

details
BMW 2 Series
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4,537 mm
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
237 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.