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Volvo XC90 vs Bentley Bentayga - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (69800 £ vs 177300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Bentley Bentayga?

Volvo XC90

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Bentley Bentayga

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

XC90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo XC90 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69800 £ , while the Bentley Bentayga costs 177300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 107495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Bentley Bentayga with 13 L. The difference is about 9.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC90 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 71 km, about 21 km more than the Bentley Bentayga.

Bentayga

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 Bentley Bentayga has a slightly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Bentayga is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Bentayga performs distinct better – reaching 290 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Bentley Bentayga pulls slight stronger with 770 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm difference.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is somewhat lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2415 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Bentley Bentayga offers noticeable more room – 484 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1856 L, which is about 82 L more than the Bentley Bentayga.

When it comes to payload, Bentley Bentayga a bit takes the win – 835 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC90 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.

Volvo XC90
Bentley Bentayga

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XC90

Volvo XC90

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 71 km

Volvo XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Bentley Bentayga

The Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.

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Volvo XC90
Bentley Bentayga

Costs and Consumption

Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
177300 - 230400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
13 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
50 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
17.30 kWh
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
294 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Curb weight
2415 - 2514 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
5125 - 5305 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1998 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1728 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1774 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
736 - 835 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
462 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
700 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
340 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020 - 2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Bentley
What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include 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.