Compare performance (571 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Volvo S90?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Volvo S90 is considerably cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,543 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S90 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 89 km, about 9 km more than the BMW 7 Series.
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 7 Series offers noticeably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 7 Series is visibly faster – 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: the BMW 7 Series delivers moderately more torque with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is slightly lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers a bit more boot space – 540 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.
The Volvo S90 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
80 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
5,391 mm
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,950 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
1,544 mm
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Height
1,440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
605 - 665 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
300 - 571 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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