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BMW X5 vs Volvo XC90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Volvo XC90?

BMW X5

Volvo XC90

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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC90 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs evident better – achieving up to 105 km, about 34 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 X5 has a distinct edge – offering 625 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 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 X5 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

X5

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.

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

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is minimal lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers convincingly more room – 650 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 348 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1870 L, which is about 14 L more than the Volvo XC90.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 hardly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 sits well ahead of its rival 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 X5
Volvo XC90

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X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 km

BMW X5

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.

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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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BMW X5
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol 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
298 - 625 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
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 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.