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Honda ZR-V vs Volvo XC90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Volvo XC90?

Honda ZR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZR-V

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.

Honda ZR-V has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32991 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.70 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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 Volvo XC90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo XC90 performs minimal better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 394 Nm difference.

ZR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In curb weight, Honda ZR-V is clearly perceptible lighter – 1660 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda ZR-V offers distinct more room – 380 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs evident better – up to 1856 L, which is about 544 L more than the Honda ZR-V.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 noticeable takes the win – 710 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC90 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Honda ZR-V
Volvo XC90

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XC90

Volvo XC90

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 71 km

Honda ZR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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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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Honda ZR-V
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 40400 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 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
1660 - 1710 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4568 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
440 - 455 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
-
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
173 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Honda ZR-V have?

The Honda ZR-V is available as Front-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.