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Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (74,300 £ vs 62,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
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Land Rover Range Rover Velar

  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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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.

Land Rover Range Rover Velar is somewhat cheaper – starting at 62,000 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,334 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC90 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 69 km, about 11 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Range Rover Velar

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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers only slightly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 19 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, Land Rover Range Rover Velar is marginally lighter – 2,003 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries a bit more – 710 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC90 is clearly 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 £74,300
XC90

Volvo XC90

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 69 km
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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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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 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
74,300 - 84,600 £
Price
62,000 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
71 - 188 g/km
co2
103 - 228 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
2,003 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,933 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
600 - 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 - 406 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
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Torque
430 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Power kW
150 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C, F
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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