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Volvo S90 vs VW ID.5 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or VW ID.5?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £. That’s a price difference of around 25397 £.

As for range, the VW ID.5 performs significantly better – achieving up to 559 km, about 470 km more than the Volvo S90.

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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 Volvo S90 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 455 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S90 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo S90 is minimal lighter – 1912 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more room – 549 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 minimal takes the win – 549 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.5 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 stands out as a symbol of Scandinavian luxury, combining elegant design with cutting-edge technology. Its spacious interior is adorned with high-quality materials, providing a comfortable and serene environment for both driver and passengers. Equipped with the latest safety features and intelligent driving aids, the S90 offers a smooth and confident driving experience.

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VW ID.5

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4969 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1440 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Volvo S90?

The Volvo S90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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