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Volvo V90 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (62,300 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or Tesla Model 3?

Volvo V90 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Volvo V90

Tesla Model 3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

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

V90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Tesla Model 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,600 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 662 km more than the Volvo V90.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers barely more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly faster – reaching 262 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers only slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

V90

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, Tesla Model 3 is a bit lighter – 1,772 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 303 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers slightly more boot space – 594 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries visibly more – 515 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Volvo V90
Tesla Model 3

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Volvo V90
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
18 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
4,724 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Tesla
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