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BMW i5 Touring vs Volvo XC90 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Volvo XC90?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

BMW i5 Touring has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7877 £.

As for range, the BMW i5 Touring performs decisively better – achieving up to 602 km, about 531 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 Touring has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 601 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW i5 Touring performs distinct better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 Touring pulls a bit stronger with 820 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is slight lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers decisively more room – 570 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1856 L, which is about 156 L more than the BMW i5 Touring.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 noticeable takes the win – 710 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i5 Touring shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
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BMW i5 Touring

The new BMW i5 Touring combines elegant design with cutting-edge electric mobility. Its spacious interior offers both luxury and practicality, making it an ideal choice for families and long journeys. Enhanced with advanced technology, this vehicle ensures a smooth and efficient driving experience.

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Volvo XC90

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo

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Is the BMW i5 Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 Touring is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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