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Volvo S90 vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Tesla Model S?

Volvo S90 vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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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

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S90 is clearly cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,049 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 655 km more than the Volvo S90.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers considerably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 565 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is considerably faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 142 km/h.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is barely lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers considerably more boot space – 799 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 346 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries slightly more – 518 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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jp Breugem
16 Dec 2025, 09:38:32

Reliable — now with nearly 400,000 km on the Model S, I’ve experienced few to no problems. Still using free Supercharging, it delivers a dependable, luxurious driving experience. Average consumption about 16 kWh/100 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S90 have?

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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