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BMW 7 Series vs Volvo S90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (101500 £ vs 62200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Volvo S90?

BMW 7 Series

Volvo S90

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

7 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.

Volvo S90 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 62200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 101500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.30 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S90 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 89 km, about 9 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

S90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 571 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 7 Series performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 7 Series pulls to a small extent stronger with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm difference.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo S90 is slightly lighter – 1912 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers somewhat more room – 540 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 7 Series noticeable takes the win – 665 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is far ahead 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.

BMW 7 Series
Volvo S90

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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
  • Electric Range : 89 km

BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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.

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BMW 7 Series
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
101500 - 127500 £
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
17.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 74 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2255 - 2525 kg
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
5391 mm
Length
4969 mm
Width
1950 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1544 mm
Height
1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
Is the BMW 7 Series offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 7 Series is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.