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Volvo XC90 vs Mitsubishi Outlander - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (69800 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Mitsubishi Outlander has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 26914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs slightly better – achieving up to 85 km, about 14 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo XC90 performs minimal better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

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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, Mitsubishi Outlander is slight lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers noticeable more room – 495 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1856 L, which is about 452 L more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 to a small extent takes the win – 710 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mitsubishi Outlander shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 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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Mitsubishi Outlander

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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 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
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mitsubishi

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What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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