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Volvo XC90 vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (69,800 £ vs 51,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or BMW X3?

Volvo XC90 vs BMW X3: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • considerably 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

XC90

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.

BMW X3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,505 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X3 uses 2.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 17 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 offers slightly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers only slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 39 Nm more.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is marginally lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,856 L, about 156 L more than the BMW X3.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries slightly more – 710 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 is far ahead 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 £51,300
X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

BMW X3

The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4,953 mm
Length
4,755 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Height
1,660 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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