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Volvo S90 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or VW Arteon?

Volvo S90 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Arteon

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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Arteon is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,947 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S90 offers markedly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.

S90

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is moderately lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers visibly more boot space – 590 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries very slightly more – 569 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 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, Plugin 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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Volvo S90
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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