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Volvo EX90 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (72,200 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or VW ID.5?

Volvo EX90 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly 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.

VW ID.5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,997 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX90. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 49 km more than the VW ID.5.

ID.5

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 EX90 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 381 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers noticeably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 325 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, VW ID.5 is markedly lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries marginally more – 605 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 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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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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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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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Volvo EX90
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
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
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
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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
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
545 - 605 kg
Payload
529 - 552 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
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 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
VW
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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