What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Volvo XC90's engine?

Up to 455 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Volvo XC90 use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 3.50 L.

How far can the Volvo XC90 go on a full charge?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 71 km.

What is the battery capacity of the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 comes with a 14.70 kWh battery.

How fast can the Volvo XC90 go?

Depending on the model, top speed is 180 km/h.

What are the Volvo XC90’s length, width and height?

Length 4953 mm, width 1923 mm, height 1771 mm – those are the dimensions of the Volvo XC90.

What drivetrain options does the Land Rover Discovery Sport have?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is available as All-Wheel Drive.

How much power does the Land Rover Discovery Sport deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers up to 269 HP.

How much fuel does the Land Rover Discovery Sport use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.20 L.

Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison - differences, prices & technical data

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.

Land Rover Discovery Sport has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23305 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC90 performs slightly better – achieving up to 71 km, about 13 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

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 XC90 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 186 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls evident stronger with 709 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 169 Nm difference.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is barely noticeable lighter – 1949 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 hardly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC90 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)

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.

Reviews Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)

Costs and Consumption
Price 69800 - 84600 £	Price 46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km 3.5 - 8.5 L	Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 71 km	Electric Range 58 km
Battery Capacity 14.70 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 79 - 191 g/km	co2 95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 71 L	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type SUV
Seats 7	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors -
Curb weight 2080 - 2297 kg	Curb weight 1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity 262 - 302 L	Trunk capacity -
Length 4953 mm	Length -
Width 1923 mm	Width 1894 mm
Height 1771 mm	Height -
Max trunk capacity 1816 - 1856 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 653 - 710 kg	Payload 582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type 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 163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.4 - 7.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed 180 km/h	Max Speed -
Torque 360 - 709 Nm	Torque 380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 184 - 335 kW	Power kW 120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity 1969 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1998 cm3