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Volvo EX90 vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (73,700 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or VW Passat?

Volvo EX90 vs VW Passat: Key differences

Volvo EX90

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

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 Passat is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 73,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,243 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 485 km more than the VW Passat.

Passat

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 clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 470 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 Passat is substantially lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 982 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries very slightly more – 585 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km
Volvo EX90
VW Passat

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Volvo EX90
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
73,700 - 91,700 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,764 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
4,917 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
1,521 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
544 - 585 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
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