BMW X6 vs Volvo XC90 – Differences & prices compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo XC90 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69800 £, while the BMW X6 costs 83600 £. That’s a price difference of around 13809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

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 X6 has a clearly perceptible 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 X6 is noticeable 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 X6 performs noticeable 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: the BMW X6 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

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

In terms of boot space, the BMW X6 offers significantly more room – 580 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 278 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs to a small extent better – up to 1856 L, which is about 326 L more than the BMW X6.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 minimal takes the win – 710 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

All in all, the Volvo XC90 shows itself to be shows small but notable strengths and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.