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Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Volvo XC90 meets Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.80 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Volvo XC90 performs a bit better – achieving up to 71 km, about 8 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

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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 to a small extent edge – offering 455 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar performs clearly perceptible better – 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: Volvo XC90 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm difference.

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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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Land Rover Range Rover Velar is minimal lighter – 2003 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers convincingly more room – 552 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs distinct better – up to 1856 L, which is about 498 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 somewhat takes the win – 710 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo XC90 shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £69,800
XC90 @ Volvo Cars

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
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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 Velar

The Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
61900 - 87400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
110 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 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
2003 - 2280 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4797 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1933 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1657 - 1665 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1358 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
460 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
204 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
209 - 250 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
430 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
150 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 2997 cm3

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

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What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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