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Volvo EX90 vs BMW iX3 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 469 HP), boot space and price (72,200 £ vs 54,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or BMW iX3?

Volvo EX90 vs BMW iX3: Key differences

Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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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

EX90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW iX3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 54,300 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,820 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX90. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 185 km more than the Volvo EX90.

iX3

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 visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers noticeably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 225 Nm more.

EX90

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 EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX3 is only slightly lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries clearly more – 605 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 is clearly superior 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
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CHD
22 Apr 2026, 11:15:18

Full of faults — at least every other day there's something that needs to be fixed. Consumption 24 kWh/100 km in summer; in winter the range is half of what was promised. The safety would be good if the promised features actually worked.

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Nice range, fast charging and… bidirectional charging!!

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Volvo EX90
BMW iX3

Costs and Consumption
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 605 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
Is the Volvo EX90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Volvo EX90 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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