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Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (74,300 £ vs 78,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • markedly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XC90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC90 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 74,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport uses 2.7 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers clearly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 49 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 offers markedly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers moderately more torque with 800 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 131 Nm more.

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is a bit lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries somewhat more – 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 stands 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.

from £78,600
Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 km
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Volvo XC90

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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Reviews Volvo XC90

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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.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Price
78,600 - 129,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
71 - 188 g/km
co2
60 - 259 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
600 - 710 kg
Payload
641 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol 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 - 406 HP
Power HP
249 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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