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Toyota RAV4 vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Volvo V90?

Toyota RAV4 vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Volvo V90

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

RAV4

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 RAV4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Toyota RAV4 with 1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo V90 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 13 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

V90

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 Volvo V90 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

RAV4

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 RAV4 is a bit lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers slightly more boot space – 580 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,690 L, about 236 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is barely ahead 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Toyota RAV4
Volvo V90

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Toyota RAV4
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
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