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Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (69800 £ vs 78600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Volvo XC90

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69800 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Range Rover Sport manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport performs evident better – achieving up to 118 km, about 47 km more than the Volvo XC90.

Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a noticeable edge – offering 635 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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: Land Rover Range Rover Sport pulls slightly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm difference.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is a bit lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2390 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers convincingly more room – 647 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 345 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs somewhat better – up to 1856 L, which is about 365 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Sport a bit takes the win – 830 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.

Volvo XC90
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.7 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Volvo XC90
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
78600 - 175700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Curb weight
2390 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4970 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
2043 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1814 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1491 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
290 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
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.