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Volvo XC90 vs Lynk & Co 01 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (69,800 £ vs 36,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Lynk & Co 01?

Volvo XC90 vs Lynk & Co 01: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Lynk & Co 01

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

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 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.

Lynk & Co 01 is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,900 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,910 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lynk & Co 01 uses 0.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 01 offers barely more range – reaching up to 75 km, about 4 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Lynk & Co 01 takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 535 Nm. That’s about 174 Nm more.

XC90

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lynk & Co 01 is only slightly lighter – 1,935 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 01 offers markedly more boot space – 466 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries considerably more – 710 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lynk & Co 01 is decisively ahead 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 £36,900
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Lynk & Co 01

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 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

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Lynk & Co 01

The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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Reviews Lynk & Co 01

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Lee Burkitt
15 Mar 2026, 04:44:31

I have the 01 from 2022 and have had it for 2 years. It's been a lovely car to own and drive. I return from Spain to the UK twice a year in it and it's a pleasure to travel in. The only grip has been the infotainment system which has been buggy and slow. I had the software updated a few weeks ago at the Volvo garage as the over the air option does not work. This has made the infotainment system acceptable now.

It takes a while to get used to the seats for me as the base is quite hard but now I feel they are very confortable. I charge it everyday in the carpark and I use it 90% of the time on electric mode. It does the 70km on a full charge as stated and in petrol mode I'm getting around 16km a litre or 75 a gallon, the engine is only used on motorways.

Aftersales service is patchy here in Spain. My nearest dealer is about a 40 min drive from here, it's not like owning a Renault where there's a dealer everywhere, I've only had to take it there twice, once turned out to be a stone in a brake caliper causing a squeak and the other for the software update.

I highly recommend these cars!

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The verstegen
6 Jan 2026, 09:56:38

Top car.
Quality and price.
Great caravan tow vehicle.
A shame there's so much driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Price
36,900 - 40,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
20 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
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Curb weight
1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,953 mm
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Lynk & Co
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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