Compare performance (625 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 73700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Volvo EX90?
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 EX90 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 73700 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3352 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 performs decisively better – achieving up to 620 km, about 515 km more than the BMW X5.
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 EX90 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 680 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo EX90 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls somewhat stronger with 870 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Volvo EX90 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, BMW X5 is slightly lighter – 2240 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers decisively more room – 650 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 326 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX90 performs somewhat better – up to 2135 L, which is about 265 L more than the BMW X5.
When it comes to payload, BMW X5 a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The Volvo EX90 is decisively ahead 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 X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
detailsThe Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.
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Price
77100 - 143500 £
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Price
73700 - 94100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
570 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
88 - 102 kWh
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
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Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
324 L
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Length
4935 mm
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Length
5037 mm
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Width
2004 - 2015 mm
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Width
1964 mm
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Height
1755 - 1765 mm
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Height
1744 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
375 - 585 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
333 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.