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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 69,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Volvo XC90?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Volvo XC90

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  • noticeably more efficient

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

XC90

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 4 Series Coupe offers somewhat 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 4 Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers marginally more torque with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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 XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 440 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries substantially more – 710 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly superior overall 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 £45,700
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
7
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
4,953 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol 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
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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