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Volvo V90 vs VW Arteon – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or VW Arteon?

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

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43300 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 19024 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Volvo V90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 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, VW Arteon is clearly perceptible lighter – 1607 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers somewhat more room – 590 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs slightly better – up to 1632 L, which is about 178 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon hardly perceptible takes the win – 569 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V90 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £62,300
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Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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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VW Arteon

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
62300 - 71700 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
18 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4945 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo V90?

The Volvo V90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.