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Subaru BRZ vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Volvo EX90?

Subaru BRZ vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo EX90

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially 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

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru BRZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,171 £.

EX90

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX90 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 445 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers considerably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,280 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries noticeably more – 605 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 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 £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 km
Subaru BRZ
Volvo EX90

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Volvo EX90

The 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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Subaru BRZ
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
545 - 605 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Volvo
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