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Volvo V90 vs VW Passat – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Volvo V90 or VW Passat?

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 Passat has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 26571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Passat with 1.20 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – achieving up to 135 km, about 47 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs distinct 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 clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 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 Passat is evident lighter – 1573 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs evident better – up to 1920 L, which is about 466 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slightly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be edges out slightly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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 Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
62300 - 71700 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
18 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 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
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4945 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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.