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Volvo EX90 vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (73700 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or VW ID.4?

Volvo EX90

VW ID.4

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

EX90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.4 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 73700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39133 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.4: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Volvo EX90 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 620 km, about 51 km more than the VW ID.4.

ID.4

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 EX90 has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls evident stronger with 870 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm difference.

EX90

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW ID.4 is noticeable lighter – 1975 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers significantly more room – 543 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX90 performs noticeable better – up to 2135 L, which is about 560 L more than the VW ID.4.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX90 minimal takes the win – 585 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX90 proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £73,700
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
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km
Volvo EX90
VW ID.4

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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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VW ID.4

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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Volvo EX90
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
73700 - 94100 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
88 - 102 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
324 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
5037 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1964 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1744 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
375 - 585 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX90 have?

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