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Volvo V90 vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (62300 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or VW ID.4?

Volvo V90

VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

V90

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 ID.4 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27733 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs clearly better – achieving up to 569 km, about 481 km more than the Volvo V90.

ID.4

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 V90 has a distinct 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 V90 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW ID.4 is barely noticeable lighter – 1975 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers slightly more room – 543 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs slight better – up to 1575 L, which is about 121 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 barely noticeable takes the win – 551 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
Volvo V90
VW ID.4

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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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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Volvo V90
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
62300 - 71700 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4945 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo V90?

The Volvo V90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.