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Volvo S90 vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Porsche Boxster?

Volvo S90 vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • only slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

S90

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.

Volvo S90 is significantly cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 11.9 L/100km.

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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 Porsche Boxster offers only slightly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Boxster is substantially faster – reaching 308 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 128 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

S90

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 S90 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is markedly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers substantially more boot space – 453 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 331 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries considerably more – 518 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 248 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S90 have?

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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