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BMW iX1 vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Volvo V90?

BMW iX1 vs Volvo V90: Key differences

BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Volvo V90

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX1

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 iX1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,963 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX1 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 426 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

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 Volvo V90 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

iX1

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is marginally lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers only slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX1 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.

from £42,300
iX1

BMW iX1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 466 - 514 km
BMW iX1
Volvo V90

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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BMW iX1
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
495 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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