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Toyota Prius vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Volvo S90?

Toyota Prius vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Toyota Prius

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Volvo S90

  • substantially more power
  • barely more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Prius

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.

Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Volvo S90 with 0.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S90 offers barely more range – reaching up to 89 km, about 3 km more than the Toyota Prius.

S90

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 S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S90 is very slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

Prius

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is a bit lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers noticeably more boot space – 453 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries clearly more – 518 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 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.

from £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
Toyota Prius
Volvo S90

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Toyota Prius
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
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